Reviews

I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the mediation services David Hazel provided our family which led to the resolution of my father's estate. Dave's professionalism, expertise, and commitment to fostering understanding among all parties involved was vital in achieving resolve we all were hoping for. Upon my first interaction, not only was I impressed with his firm knowledge of Washington estate law, but also how well he understood the intricacies within our unique family dynamic and what led to our subsequent stalemate. His attention to detail instilled confidence in me that we were in capable hands. In addition to his knowledge base, what really sets Dave apart is his genuine caring and empathetic approach for the people he’s working with. He took the time to listen to our concerns, fears, and hopes, providing a safe and supportive environment for open dialogue. He then skillfully facilitated conversations, helping us navigate complex and emotionally charged issues we weren’t able to handle on our own. I truly believe it was his patient and compassionate demeanor that made it easier for all parties to lower our walls and ultimately find our way to resolution. Dave made every effort to ensure all voices were heard and respected. Throughout the process, it was reassuring for me to witness his ability to remain neutral, maintain positive focus of the end goal, and offer out of the box solutions to our case’s particular challenges. For these reasons, I can absolutely say that Dave Hazel was instrumental in accomplishing resolution that worked for everyone. This outcome would have been nearly impossible without his guidance and support. If you're looking for a mediator who goes above and beyond, Dave is the one to trust.

I recently had the privilege of working with Dave Hazel from David Hazel Mediation, and I must say, it was an eye-opening experience. It is my hope that this review underscores the significance of mediation and its impact on resolving complex issues. My situation revolved around a highly intricate matter concerning my late father's estate. His passing triggered a series of unfortunate events, characterized by a severe lack of communication and trust among the involved parties. This situation led to a protracted probate process, consuming a significant portion of my life. It was clear that a resolution was desperately needed. Turning to David Hazel Mediation for assistance was a pivotal decision. From the moment I engaged Dave's services, I was struck by his unwavering professionalism and commitment to achieving a fair and equitable outcome. Dave's mastery of mediation techniques and his profound understanding of the probate judicial system proved to be indispensable. David Hazel Mediation not only excels in providing mediation services but also champions innovation and creative problem-solving. Dave navigated the complex legal landscape of my case with remarkable precision and unwavering dedication. What truly set him apart was his ability to identify unique and effective solutions, which proved instrumental in moving the dispute towards resolution. In my pursuit of honoring my father's final wishes, Dave and David Hazel Mediation emerged as invaluable allies. Dave's expertise and his strategic approach to the resolution process played a pivotal role in facilitating communication and cooperation among the involved parties. Recognizing the damaged relationships between the co-personal representatives and the beneficiaries, Dave wisely understood that a harmonious reconciliation was unlikely. As a result, he implemented a swift resolution process, ensuring that we received our rightful inheritance promptly. This decisive action brought closure to a prolonged and emotionally taxing chapter. I want to express my profound gratitude to David Hazel Mediation for his steadfast support and unparalleled expertise during this trying period in my life. Dave embodies a ray of hope for individuals grappling with complex legal disputes, and his commitment to finding innovative solutions is truly commendable. If you ever find yourself entangled in a similar situation, I wholeheartedly endorse David Hazel's mediation services. In conclusion, my experience with Dave Hazel and David Hazel Mediation demonstrated the transformative power of mediation in even the most intricate and emotionally charged legal matters. Dave's guidance and expertise were instrumental in achieving a resolution that allowed me to honor my father's memory and move forward with a sense of closure and relief.

David was amazing with our mediation. He helped calm all parties and did his homework as to the issues involved. He gave great advice and we were able to get the case closed without going to court. Thanks, David.

Dave Hazel represented me in a child custody case in 2008 and was an absolutely wonderful attorney who worked hard and was dedicated fighting on my behalf. I hired him again in 2015 and the worst attorney I could have hired who was also several thousand dollars more than the average, He was unprepared for court, did not even know our correct names in front of the judge and then had the audacity to blame me for his unpreparedness, His staffs was just as incompetent and unpleasant, When I was assertive about getting my case corrected I was told by Mr. Hazel to stop being rude to his staff! It was when the other attorneys in the courtroom began to make comments to Mr. Hazel about the lack of knowledge he had in my case that he became irate and told me that he was going to lose and therefore withdrawing because he didn’t want any losses on record. He refunded me about $500 from the $5000 I paid upfront in cash! He deserted the case and left me without an attorney or funds to hire another, Although this was a few years ago I will never forget his rude and arrogant disposition and lack of ethical principals regarding his profession, Don’t make the same mistake I did and hire this attorney as It took me years to regain what I lost when Mr. Hazel left me hanging our to dry when it was his own incompetency and greed that I paid for and I trusted in him when in return I was given lazy and terrible representation from him and treated poorly by his disrespectful and unprofessional staff.

Attorney David Hazel is the most incompetent and inefficient attorney in Yakima. He does not put forth any effort, he will not communicate with you, nor does he follow court procedure. He is lazy and does not allow you one on one time to build your case with him. He charges for time not spent with him...I cannot say anything good about his representation.

My divorce has just been finalized. Mr. Hazel and his staff assisted me through one of the most difficult experiences of my life and did so with care, consideration, and expertise. My case was excessively complicated and time-consuming in basically every way possible, and I was incredibly emotional and obviously naive to the intricacies of the court system. Mr. Hazel and his staff, specifically Ms. Charmie Pulse, could not have performed a better service or been more understanding of my needs and desires. They were professional, timely, knowledgeable, and empathetic when needed... I could not be more grateful or impressed with all of them.

He may have been great 6 years ago but that’s not the case anymore. After paying thousands of dollars to have him represent me, he and his staff did nothing. Papers weren’t submitted on time. Records weren’t pulled and court was a mess. Save your money and go with someone who can still do the job.

David represented me about 6 years ago in a divorce case. I had a very complicated case with a very abusive ex-husband with children involved and some assets. All in all he fought hard for me to keep custody of my children, and control of the assets. He assisted in avoiding a foreclosures, relocation, and full custody of my children. He was aggressive in finding the truth behind all the financial games my ex was playing. It was an expensive battle, but he did accept payments from me for a good while. Unfortunately, before trial he decided not to move forward without me paying a significant amount (most of my balance) – which came out of left field, and frankly was impossible for me. I ended up showing up alone, but things were set up so well by Dave up to that point - there wasn't much that could have gone wrong. One thing I will never forget about Dave was his strength in the courtroom. He was in no way intimidated by my ex and his threats. He moved quickly and professionally with each matter that we came across. He got into court quickly when it mattered the most. His paralegal, Debbie at that time - was amazing & a talented writer. She captured our story well. I appreciate all they did. Dave is very well respected in the community for a reason, he gets the job done no b/s. Last I heard his daughter is now practicing w/him, I can only hope she will be as good as he is! I have full custody of my kids and live outside of Yakima County. We thank David for his time and efforts all those years ago, we are free of violence and are doing great.

After going over and over my statement, when we went to court the papers were not even spelled right. Then didn't even submit the right papers, it had black marks instead of retyping. Went to court and he didn't even know what was going on. He didn't even walk up to the judge, let the other attorney do the work, so he didn't even know what was going on. It was for something small, but he didn't even get it right. Good thing my ex and I agreed or he would have made life a lot worse for me.