John C. Zacherl, experienced Family Law attorney in Fond Du Lac, WI with 35 reviews
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John C. Zacherl

115 S Main St, Fond Du Lac, WI

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University of Wisconsin Law School

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Emily huff

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27 Nov, 2024
The person (women) answering the phone is incredibly rude, short, does not listen, repeated myself several times, asked for a phone number, she gave it to me, and hung up. No transition, no thank you, no happy holidays the day before Thanksgiving. I wouldn’t refer to you if it was a last option. I would encourage your team to take some CE on customer service. Notice this was Jessie their office manager. When I called to talk to a manger about it, I got her. Who again was very rude, talked over me, and I ended up hanging up because of how poor she treated me. Let me teach you Jessie about sincerity. Even though you’re rude, and not professional in anyway or form, I still wish you and your family a happy Thanksgiving. Do better!
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Jason farry

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23 Oct, 2024
These folks are the worst folks.. they pursue medical bills and are shady a heck..mark my words don’t work with them
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Jodeecs

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13 Jul, 2024
Ha ha ha he did nothing
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Excellent customer service and professionalism
“Mr Frank was very professional and honest, was a pleasure this meeting”
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Knowledgeable and thorough attorneys
“Extremely knowledgeable and very thorough and kind.”
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Friendly and helpful staff
“Very friendly and helpful. Took the time to answer all my questions and made sure I was happy.”
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Rude and unprofessional office staff
“The person (women) answering the phone is incredibly rude, short, does not listen, repeated myself several times, asked for a phone number, she gave it to me, and hung up.”
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Lack of transparency and unexpected fees
“Make sure u keep track of all your time. Will charge u for time for sitting in waiting room waiting for your lawyer to arrive 20 minutes late.”
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Inconsistent quality of service
“Nadeska was ok. But really needs to learn facts and get her information right.”

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