Risa L. Hall Attorney at Law

We decided not to use Penny Austin due to the amount of legal jargon, which we did not understand…read moreand which Penny was either unable or unwilling to translate for us. Far too much boilerplate and too little customization to fit our needs. We were also very concerned that she seemed to write herself in as a decision-maker in the event we became incapacitated in lieu of our trustee and executor. It was a difficult decision to make but we decided to seek a different estate attorney.

Honest, diligent and heartfelt are the words that I would use to describe this Penny Austin. She is…read morehands down the best attorney that I have ever had the pleasure to work with and we are blessed to have her here in the valley. Yo, this next part is for Penny if she checks this stuff: To Penny from Jude: I cannot thank you enough for the time, fortitude and professionalism that you have shown to me. You have always been there for me and I cannot thank you enough.

The Estate Planning Group

1.0

Our parents used the Estate Planning Group (attorney - Jake Whitmire) to draft their living trust…read more Since that time our father has passed away and our mother has been seeking Jake's assistance in updating the trust (amend or restate). However, after leaving several phone messages and emails with his office there has been no response...possibly no longer in business or simply no longer interested in helping with living trusts...?

09/02/2022 June 21, 2020 My mother passed away. She had…read morehired the EPG to handle her affairs and create a trust. The trust named me, the eldest of 3 children, as the Trustee. Their office did not forward me a copy of the trust for reasons never shared with me to this date. August 1, 2020 I sent their office a letter stating my sister could list and sell the property she had left us, as she is local and I live out of state. I received no reply from EPG, and still no copy of the trust. Earlier this year, It became obvious my sister was unable to fulfil the task of selling the property, and I reached out to the EPG to obtain a copy of the trust and execute my duties as Trustee in order to list and sell the property myself. June 29, 2022 (two years with no contact whatsoever from their office) I sent an email with my intentions. It took a while and multiple calls and emails to receive a response. I was informed the file was in storage off-site and they would need to retrieve it and contact me thereafter. Weeks worth of calls and emails were placed with EPG following. I'm sorry to say that as of this writing I still have not received a copy of the trust. I am greatly saddened and extremely disappointed in my deceased mothers choice to go with this firm. August 23, 2022 I received an email from Jack which states "Under the conflict of interest rules for attorneys, I won't be able to represent you since I gave advice to [my sister] in the past. I wish I could, but it is forbidden. I can definitely get you a copy of the trust for your review." It's odd that he is forbidden to speak with the named Trustee. I would never recommend using the EPG to anyone based upon my experience. The handling of my mothers affairs is not acceptable and there seems to be a track record of using the "conflict of interest" excuse based on other reviews I've seen. Because the trust is not in my inbox or mailbox as of this writing on Sept 2, 2022, I've decided to share my experience so that others may perform their own research beforehand and in hopes this information saves another from the same frustrations.

Richard Billin, Attorney at Law, PC

3.4

(10 reviews)

Richard was very responsive and helpful dealing with our bank and trust. Everything came to a halt…read moreand our deadline was fast approaching. With his help, we completed the process two days earlier than expected.

Submitted a request to be contacted via the office website, waited a week...timed out and called…read moreMr. Billin's office and left a VM requesting a callback. No callback after another two weeks. Does anyone know if he's still in business?

Jake R Whitmire - Estate Planning Group

2.0

(4 reviews)

Our parents used Jake Whitmire to draft their living trust. Since that time our father has passed…read moreaway and our mother has been seeking Jake's assistance in updating the trust (amend or restate). However, after leaving several phone messages and emails with his office there has been no response...possibly no longer in business or simply no longer interested in helping with living trusts...?

My mother used Jake Whitmire to do her estate planning. After my mother passed away we had to wait…read morethree weeks to get an appointment to even ask questions about the next steps. Once we had a chance to speak with him, he was not very helpful. We are still feeling totally lost and alone in the process and are now looking for another attorney to help us.

Douglas M. McGeary Attorney At Law

Douglas is such a big help! He solved my problems in a couple of weeks and saved me trouble and…read moretime.

Do not hire him. The letter he wrote for me was full of technical and editorial errors. When I…read moreasked him to fix his editorial errors he charged me for it. He got upset when I told him that I shouldn't be charged for that. He told me I had to pay.

The Law Office of Justin Rosas

2.8

(13 reviews)

Believe it or not there are good attorneys. But to call Justin a Good Attorney would still be an…read moreunderstatement. Great, outstanding, and excellent don't even suffice. His knowledge of how our justice system works is so profound can't find a word for it. If anybody I know needed an attorney, he would be the only one I could wholeheartedly recommend in the valley. Justin went to work for me and my family and didn't stop until a dismissal of the charges. Thank you Justin Rosas and your team for battling for our families justice. The money we spent was minimal for the results delivered.

Very disappointed in his lack of decorum and professionalism. After wearing a ankle monitor for 3…read moreyears for a crime I didn't commit, after paying him 30,000.00 for a case that could of been solved in a week, instead lasted three years, all to make sure he was paid in full, What I wonder is , how much did he pay the district attorney to drag this out that long. There crooks. I would absolutely never hire him again nor would I refer him to anybody.

Signs Delivered

I came to Brian with a very technical, last minute request. He was able to render multiple designs,…read moremessage back and forth quickly to make small changes until it was perfect, and then delivered exactly what I envisioned on time. Have used his services in the past, and I will again. He's an honest hard working Christian man.

great owner, very friendly service they are also really helpful with making your company logos…read more will always do l business with them

LLW Eco Friendly Cleaning Services

Great service, extremely dependable and professional, and kind. She does a fantastic job and we…read morehave had no issues at all the last several years!

From the owner: LLW Eco Friendly Cleaning Service is your go to partner for impeccable home cleanliness, with a…read morecommitment to excellence and a personal touch. We deliver tailored cleaning solutions to meet the unique needs of your residence. Our use of eco-friendly products reflects our commitment to a healthier and cleaner environment.

DropZone Specialties

Impressive quality on decals and T shirts , price is a tad higher than some of the other locals…read morePrinting Companies but in all honesty its worth it ! They get jobs done generrally 1-2 days faster than what we could get from #SignDude or #StewartMedia which is key for us because we need alot of last minute items. We just wanted to give Dropzone Specialties a killer review because they have saved us more than once ! Biggest save of all was preparing our T shirts for Tokyo Auto Salon!

From the owner: Small business signage, perforated window graphics, digital wide format printing, banners…read more stickers, decals, signs, business cards, apparel and more.

Designer Signs

Designer Signs is the place to go for any type of sign need. They are creative and resourceful and…read morecan help you figure out what will work best for your business if you don't have an idea in mind. They can work with any budget. They can also do things with large photographic prints.

From the owner: Signs, Electrical and Non-Electrical. In-House Digital printing. Graphic Design. Banners. Vehicle…read moreWraps and Graphics. Business Cards. Logo Design. Menu Design. A-Frames. Window Graphics and Lettering. Stickers. Our specialty is out-of-the-box sign design and fabrication. If you can imagine it, we can make it. We offer great looking signs and competitive prices. We work with you to create the best looking and most effective signage to advertise your business with your budget.

Nunez Services

4.0

Sofia and Victoria have made our lives so much easier for many years. They are very reasonably…read morepriced and I would trust them in my home any time! They pay attention to detail and are so thoughtful. If you need a house cleaner or someone to do basic yard work, they are a great team. Highly recommend!!

Not sure about their actual services but when I spoke to Sofia right now she says she and her…read morepartner charge $75 an hour for each of them to clean your house. She did say that if they use your cleaning products and equipment it is cheaper. I usually go with another company (who bring their own cleaning supplies and never complain) but they are booked way out and need to find someone to clean my house before a party but these prices and their "cleaning system" seems sketch. I will keep looking...

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Lauri B.

7 years ago

This attorney has been in business for over 32 years practicing Family law and knows her stuff. She is fair and invests into her clients case to help obtain fair results. read more

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(33 reviews)

There are not enough words to express how grateful I am for Jamie Hazlett and everything she did…read morefor me throughout my civil case .From our very first conversation,she treated me with kindness, respect,and genuine compassion.She took the time to listen, kept me informed every step of the way ,and always made sure I understood what was happening. During one of the most stressful times in my life , her calm confidence and unwavering support gave me peace of mind . Jamie is an exceptional attorney whose professionalism, knowledge,and dedication are truly remarkable.She prepared every aspect of my case with incredible attention to detail and fought tirelessly on my behalf.Thanks to her outstanding representation,we received a unanimous verdict, and judgment was entered in my favor . That result speaks not only to her legal expertise but also to the hard work ,preparation,and commitment she brings to every client she represents. What sets Jamie apart is her integrity,compassion, and genuine dedication to the people she serves. I never felt like just another client . I felt heard , respected, and truly cared for throughout the entire process. She stood by me every step of the way and advocated for me with both skill and determination. I will always be grateful for Jamie Hazlett and the life - changing difference she made in my case . If you are looking for an attorney who is exceptionally knowledgeable, deeply compassionate and fiercely committed to her clients, I highly recommend Jamie without hesitation. She is truly an incredible lawyer, and I will never forget everything she did for me . God bless you Jamie Hazlett and Rise Law Firm . All the best Charles A Johnson

This law firm was extremely disappointing. My best friend went bankrupted because of her and got…read morenowhere! She and her kids are now homeless because of the unethical billing practices. And terrified of this attorney believing she will try and bill her for more. She went through all of her savings and sold her home and after 125k in fees STILL owes she more. She is known to be finically abusive to her clients and the opposing parties. I felt that Mary Anne was not honest or transparent in her communication, and I was repeatedly billed for work that I believed resulted from errors or issues that should have been handled correctly the first time. When I raised concerns, I did not feel they were addressed with care or accountability. Most troubling, I did not feel that the well-being of the children involved received the attention and protection it deserved. Based on my experience, I would not recommend this firm. I encourage prospective clients to carefully review the billing agreement, request itemized invoices, and document all communications.

KJG Law

4.0

(4 reviews)

Responsive, fair and honest. I felt lucky to have found them and you will be too…read more It takes a while to get an appointment but it's worth the wait

If you want a knowledgeable, detail oriented attorney who will fight your cause then pick KJ before…read morethe opposing party does. My divorce was recently finalized after a long and acrimonious battle. KJ helped me get fair access to my son and was the best advocate I could ever have hoped for. She's the best divorce attorney in the valley and a good person who will do the right thing.

Colette Boehmer

3.7

(6 reviews)

After listening to the hearing again I can not advise you enough to run run run from her. She will…read morenot protect you and she actually said things to that judge that violated attorney client privilege... I will be contacting the Oregon Barr to see if to much time has passed to file a complaint with them. Scary

Just had my first consultation. Hey was very impressed. She was very attentive and doesn't waste…read moretime.

Deborah K. Vincent

4.1

(9 reviews)

I had a property that both the water rights to the neighbors well and the access through the…read moreneighbors property were both in question . Deborah through extensive research and lots of good old attorney work, negotiations,stating facts and standing tall for her client won both water rights and road easement for my property. Once that had been taken care of Deborah suggested she ask the Title Company I had used when I purchased the property and ask for them to pay my attorney fees I had encountered . Both access and water rights were guaranteed in the Title Insurance policy. Deborah wrote to the Title Insurance company and without a fight ( I think because it was Deborah K.Vincent attorney at law ) they agreed to pay all fees .. Win Win I highly recommend Deborah for any case she is willing to take . If Deborah takes your case rest assured you are in good hands .

Deborah was super helpful I contacted almost 30 attorneys in all seriousness for land and zoning…read moremost were too busy for the consultation or couldn't spare the time. Not only did Deborah show me that she could handle the consultation, but she went above and beyond gathering information to assist me!

Wendy Levy, Attorney at Law

(6 reviews)

Wendy Levy is the best in my eyes ! She went over and Beyond on my cases. She really showed that…read moreshe cares about her clients! I'm so blessed to have her.

Taken me sometime to give a review do not waste your money on this lady she's lazy rude and I was…read morecompletely in a worst position then when I started I would have been better off representing myself I advise all of you to never hire her I've been regretting my decision for months now wish I would have came here first to see her reviews the women did nothing for me

Sorenson Ransom & Ferguson

I used this law office for two and a half years to settle probate and and a couple issues related…read moreto the estate. I cannot say enough good things about the service, competence, and work that this firm provided us. I would certainly recommend them to anyone.

I engaged Kendall to assist me in a Corporate collection issue and provided the invoice with the…read moreCORPORATE NAMES on it, clearly stating it's a CORPORATE issue. She prepares the suit using my personal name and the name of the owner of the corporation I am attempting to collect from. Corporations sue Corporations. Basic law. She states I did not provide sufficient information. It's on the invoice. She charged me to correct it, and it still wasn't correct. I pointed it out, and she charged me again to "correct" it. She clearly doesn't understand business law, and should not have taken the engagement in the first place. Then she fires me, saying we aren't a good fit and I didn't provide enough information. Look at the invoice. It's clearly stated my corporation is trying to collect from my corporate client. Don't take engagements you are not qualified to perform.

Galpern Craig S Atty

My divorce was in 2010. This is a late review but in light of other people asking for a wonderful…read moreattorney, Mr Galpern was stellar in his service. He was very stern and straightforward with what he guided me to do. Let me say this, my ex felt like she got the short end of the stick, that's how good Mr. Galpern was. He was fair, direct, and very focused. All I had to do was pay for his services. What occurred in court was nothing more than spectacular. I loved the result that he obtained for me. I highly recommend C

Tricia D. Hahn

Tricia is wonderful to work with. I had an urgent legal matter that she helped me save time and…read moremoney on. Now she is helping me with my business legal issues. Such a refreshing experience with an attorney!

Pedemonte Law

3.7

(3 reviews)

Save your money if you contest a DWI. My experience with him was unempathetic and judgmental. He…read moredid not defend me, just charged me $3000 to show up once at court. It could have saved me an extra $3000 on top of a very expensive cost of the diversion. If you want a defense attorney, do go here. If you do not want to contest save your money for someone who will not judge you.

Garren Pedemonte is amazing. Everything went exactly as he explained, and I wound up getting all…read morecharges dismissed. He and his assistant Roberta were thorough, efficient and reassuring in a time when I needed it. In my case, he worked for a flat fee that was reasonable and concluded the case in the shortest amount time with the best possible outcome. I highly recommend Garren Pedemonte for any of your legal needs!

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