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Posted by Rigels | May 09, 2014

Rachel Self: “Remarkable and Intelligent”

Rachel’s capabilities go above your standard attorney. She is an extremely experienced, intelligent, and effective counselor, and I was proud to have selected her for my defense in a recent criminal case. At the beginning of my case, I panicked as I didn't know where to turn having been falsely... accused of a crime I knew in my heart that I didn't commit, however, Rachel had the ability to ease some of my fears and always told me that all would be okay. There were many instances where the alleged plaintiff tried to rile things up and while the experience was frustrating, I knew that I shouldn't feed into the other person’s negativity. During the trial, there were many times where Rachel had to remind the judge how the laws worked. She was competent, steadfast, and held her ground throughout it all. Rachel defended me with wisdom, right gut instinct, and through everything, was always just overly positive about the outcome of my case. I can't think of a situation where I wouldn't be most comfortable with Attorney Self. I am so relieved that I selected Rachel as my attorney. If it had been any other way, I am not sure as to whether the outcome would have been the same. Ultimately, I was found Not Guilty on all charges, and I owe everything to Rachel… my life, my happiness, my freedom. You cannot go wrong by selecting Rachel Self as your legal representative. For me, she was worth her weight in gold.

Posted by anonymous | March 02, 2014

Most ideal attorney I could have ever found in Boston

Rachel as highly competent as she is wise, effective, pleasant, persuasive, calm and collected. An example was when a city cop harassed me the day before our court day by repeatedly calling me several times in the span of fewer than 4 minutes - to a point where I was forced to turn off my phone. Whil...e I wasn't panicked, I was concerned that there was a warrant for me. Despite being in court for most of the day, she knew exactly what to do and it was a non-issue by the evening. I can't think of a situation where I wouldn't be most comfortable with Attorney Self, and am glad I landed in her office instead of another. She says she has a degree in economics, however I think she has one in psychology in addition to ec and law... on more than one occasion, my mind was read! There are not many people like this, but in my opinion, assume that whatever you're thinking is going across her mind too. The hearing ended with Rachel's last word, followed by the Judge throwing out my 10 day 258e. If your case fits her criminal defense and immigration areas, I would recommend emailing Rachel as soon as you can, and expect to hear from her within the day, even on weekends.

Posted by Cinnamon | December 26, 2013

Rachel Self

Rachel was available to us via text/phone call 24/7 for an entire year!!! She is detail oriented, organized, very knowledgeable and loves what she does! She made us feel confident & comfortable from the beginning throughout the year long green card process, her interest & optimism regarding our cas...e never waning. I would recommend her services to any and all seeking help with the immigration process!!!

Posted by LIsa | December 20, 2013

Attorney Self... AMAZING!

I hire Attorney Self on a Good impulse; after finding her ad in local paper. In first interview I knew that I hit the jack pot. I had previously talk to other lawyers.They did not seem to grasp my case that was somewhat complicated. She did some researches even before I sign the contract. I eventu...ally sign a contract last August. She told me that it would probably take time. Was very honest about the wait. Before I knew it, I had appointment with Biometrics two weeks later Interview to obtain Permanent Residency. I was scared to death about the interview. She actually made it pleasant. She came with me. got granted a green card right there. Miss Self is a competent and amazing human Being. She is king and is sincerely interest in your case. She change my life. What an Amazing Christmas Present. I will forever be in debt of her.

Posted by George | December 09, 2013

Dismissing my immigration case.

Rachel Self is an amazing lawyer. She is very determined and will fight until the end. My immigration case lasted about 2+ years and we beat the case recently. I felt very confident with Rachel as my lawyer throughout the whole process.

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