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STRESS FREE BANKRUPTCY- 32 YEARS. Call Barbie. D. Lieber of Lieber & Lieber, LLP for a FREE CONSULTATION. 212-949-5586. At Lieber & Lieber, LLP, we treat all of clients like family. We work directly with our clients rather than through paralegals.

Barbie D. Lieber , of Lieber & Lieber, LLP,   treats her clients with dignity and compassion.   Her interpersonal skills and knowledge  help to ease the anxiety felt by many of her clients, particularly those clients who are undergoing enormous financial stress or other types of stress.  The legal process can be daunting and Ms. Lieber does everything she can do to make it stress free.   She takes prides on being very approachable and available to her clients.  Her clients never feel alone, but very much part of the process.  Her clients contact her directly rather than paralegals as Ms. Lieber believes that  with 23 years of legal experience, she is best suited to address  all of her clients concerns.  Ms. Lieber understands that each of her clients is an individual who comes with a distinct set of circumstances.  Ms. Lieber approaches the case differently depending on the particular issues at hand.   She applies an individualized approach to each client.   Ms. Lieber's practice is based primarily on referrals by other satisfied clients. 

 

Barbie D. Lieber is head of the Firm’s Bankruptcy and Creditor & Debtor Rights and Collections practice and Commercial and Employment Litigation practice, and co-head of the Firm's Real Estate and Employment/Benefits practices.  She began her career as a judicial law clerk to the Hon. Cornelius J. Blackshear of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York.  She was previously associated with Tenzer Greenblatt LLP, Luskin Stern & Eisler and White & Case LLP.  Ms. Lieber received her undergraduate degree from SUNY Stony Brook (B.S., 1984, Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society) and her law degree from SUNY Buffalo, (J.D., 1987, with honors).  Ms. Lieber is a member of the Association of the Bar of the City of New York and the American Bankruptcy Institute.

Bruce J. Lieber, of Lieber & Lieber, LLP, is head of the Firm’s Corporate/Business practice and co-head of the Firm’s Real Estate and Employment/Benefits practices.  He was previously Counsel to Dechert LLP.  Prior to that, he was associated with Olwine, Connelly, Chase, O’Donnell & Weyher and before that Mudge Rose Guthrie Alexander & Ferdon.  Mr. Lieber received his undergraduate degree from SUNY Albany (B.S., 1982, magna cum laude) and his law degree from SUNY Buffalo, (J.D., 1985, with honors), where he was a member of the Buffalo Law Review.  Mr. Lieber is a member of the Association of the Bar of the City of New York and is on its Legal Referral Panel for Corporate, Contracts and Real Estate Law.

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Practice areas

Bankruptcy and debtChapter 13 bankruptcyChapter 7 bankruptcy
  1. Chapter 7 bankruptcy: 40%

    Represent consumers and individuals in business. Also advise corporations on debt restructuring. Chapter 7 will prevent and stop garnishments.

    34 years

  2. Chapter 13 bankruptcy: 40%

    Represent individuals and sole proprietors in chapter 13. Chapter 13 will prevent judgment creditors from garnishing your wages and enforcing their judgments ahead of other creditors. All creditors receive equal treatment, other than certain claims, like taxes which can be paid in full under the plan. Successfully stripped off the mortgage liens of junior mortgages that were unsecured because the value of the homes were less than the balance of the first mortgages.

    34 years

  3. Bankruptcy and debt: 20%

    Represents creditors in chapters 7 and 13. Represents consumers and individuals in business. Also advise corporations on debt restructuring. Chapter 7 will prevent and stop garnishments to debtors. Additionally, settle debts outside of bankruptcy

    34 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Lieber & Lieber, LLP

60 East 42nd Street, Suite 4600
New York, NY, 10165-6233

Website
http://www.bankruptcyattorneysnewyorkny.com/ 

      Lieber & Lieber, LLP

      61-43 186th St
      Fresh Meadows, NY, 11365

      Lieber & Lieber, LLP

      1 Great Neck Road Suite 8
      Great Neck, NY, 11021

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      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      NYCurrently registered 198805/25/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers1026
      Legal guides8
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2020
      Client's ChoiceAvvo2020
      Super LawyerSUPER LAWYER2019
      CLIENT'S CHOICE AWARDAVVO2019
      CLIENT'S CHOICE AWARDAVVO2018
      Top 100 LawyersAmerican Society of Legal Advocates2018
      CLIENT"S CHOICE AWARDAVVO2017
      TOP 100 LAWYERSAmerican Society of Legal Advocates2017
      CLIENT"S CHOICE AWARDAVVO2016
      TOP 100 LAWYERSAmerican Society of Legal Advocates2016
      TOP CONTRIBUTORAVVO2015
      CLIENT'S CHOICE AWARDAVVO2015
      TOP 100 LAWYERSAmerican Society of Legal Advocates2015
      TOP CONTRIBUTERAVVO2014
      CLIENT'S CHOICE AWARDAVVO2014
      TOP CONTRBUTORAVVO2013
      CLIENT'S CHOICE AWARDAVVO2013
      AVVOTOP CONTRIBUTER2012
      CLIENT"S CHOICE AWARDAVVO2012
      Speaker at Anniversary Celebration for Judge BlackshearJudge Blackshear's Chambers1996
      Phi Beta KappaState University of New York at Stony Brook1984
      Award for Most Outstanding StudentState University of New York at Stony Brook1984
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      PartnerLIEBER & LIEBER, LLP1997 - Present
      Of CounselTRAUB BONACQUIST & FOX LLP1999 - 2001
      Bankruptcy AssociateTENZER GREENBLATT(which later merged with BLANK ROME, LLP )1991 - 1997
      Bankruptcy AssociateLuskin & Stern1989 - 1991
      Associate in Litigation Department Specializing in BankruptcyWHITE & CASE1988 - 1989
      Judicial Law Clerk to BANKRUPTCY JUDGE CORNELIUS BLACKSHEARUNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT (SDNY)1987 - 1988
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Court Modernization Committee for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New YorkMember2020 - Present
      American Bankruptcy InstituteMember and Judge for Moot Court Competition1987 - Present
      New York City Bar Association, Banking Law CommitteeCommittee Member1999 - 2001
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      Lieber & Lieber, LLP is a contributor to the Prudential Douglas Elliman "Lucia's Green Neighborhood" newsletter, which publishes information of interest to buyers and sellers of real estate.Lieber & Lieber, LLP is a contributor to the Prudential Douglas Elliman "Lucia's Green Neighborhood" newsletter, which publishes information of interest to buyers and sellers of real estate.2010
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      State University of New York at Buffalo School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1987
      State University of New York at Stony BrookBA - Bachelor of Arts1984
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Duberstein Moot Court CompetitionJUDGE2019
      Duberstein Moot CourtJudge2018
      Duberstein Bankruptcy Moot Court CompetitionJUDGE2017
      Duberstein Bankruptcy Moot Court CompetitionJudge2016
      Duberstein Bankruptcy Moot Court CompetitionJudge2015
      Bankruptcy Court Moot Court CompetitionJudge2014
      American Bankruptcy Institute and St. John's University School of LawJudge for Moot Court Competition at St John's School of Law2011
      Seminar for New Home Buyers Sponsored by Halstead Property LLCMistakes that First Time Home Buyers Make2005
      US Bankruptcy Court Retirement PartySpeaker at Bankruptcy Judge Corneilus Blackshear's Retirement Celebration2000
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      In re Image Rent A CarObtained dismissal of Chapter 7 Case
      Sucessful Dismissal of $450,000 Preference Action Commenced by LyondellBaselSucessful Dismissal of Preferential Transfer Law Suit
      Settlements with Foster & Garbus LLP for a Fraction of the Debt AmountSettlements with Foster & Garbus, LLP
      Settlements with Selip & Stylianou, LLP For A Fraction of Debt AmountSuccessful setltlements for a small fraction of amount of debts
      Settlements with Jaffe & Asher LLP for a Fraction of Debt AmountSuccessful settlements of numerous litigations and judgments
      Chapter 7 Discharges of DebtChapter 7 Discharges
      Chapter 13 Plan ConfirmationsSuccessful Confirmation of Plans
      Chapter 13 Casessuccessful modification of 1st mortgage and voiding of second mortgage lien

      Reviews

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      Thank You Barbie!

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      My Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 was confirmed.. I can finally sleep at night. After going through debt consolidation and a fast talking bankruptcy lawyer I hit a home run by contacting Barbie Lieber. Barbie Lieber took an embarrassing and stressful situation and turned into a manageable financial situation. She answered all my questions and hand held me throughout the bankruptcy process. I can't thank her enough for her knowledge and nonjudgmental attitude. She is an amazing lawyer. To anyone considering bankruptcy, Barbie Lieber should be your go to Lawyer.
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      Barbie Lieber Pulls Off Another Victory for Us, First with Bankrutpcy and Now with My Student Loans!

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      Barbie Lieber pulled off another 100% victory for us. She just actually got my private student lender to discharge my huge debt! Unbelievable!!! Thank you so much Barbie! And again, I know I have thanked you a zillion times, but thank you so much for filing the chapter 7 for my wife and me a few years ago. As you know, we were able to refinance our house recently for a much lower rate because we had no credit card and medical debt due to the bankruptcy and because you resolved the private student loan debt!T hank you for your extraordinary thoroughness, patience and honesty. Other lawyers told us that we had to file chapter 13, but after spending the time carefully analyzing our debts, you concluded that you could file a chapter 7 and you were right. You have relieved us of so much stress. Thank you for being there for my wife as well all of these years. And thanks for always taking my calls and responding to my emails. Fondly, Sean
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      The best lawyer you can get

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      Barbie is the real deal. She's smart, caring, experienced, and hyper-organized—everything you'd want in a lawyer for this difficult period with many moving parts. Bankruptcy can be a nightmare, but Barbie makes it all seem painless. From the get go, she taught me every step of the process, delineated what she'd need from me, and explained how she foresaw the outcome. She filed within a few short days after I sent her my documents—which is frankly unbelievable, knowing horror stories of other lawyers who are difficult to track down, or who take their time to get anything done. And of course: The filing proceeded in perfect order. Everything said on these reviews has been true from my experience. Barbie is a lifesaver. I can't recommend her enough.
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      Great Lawyer!

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      Barbie Dawn Lieberman, is a great and knowledgeable attorney. She is ready to answer any questions that come her way. She is also very prompt with answers. She was very helpful to me and I can say without a shadow of a doubt that she is not there to help for the financial gain, but to really help people that are in tough situations.
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      BEST AND EXPRESS !!! :)

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      My Angel There was a night I was at work and I receive a call from my “lawyer “ who was filing my case >.<!! He never made me feel like Barbie did. With him it was I was never in peace stress the whole time and 7 months he didn't do Shi** So I look up in Google and found this beautiful lady I texted her and she texted me back in 2 minutes. She stated asking questions and it was on :) since then !! It took this wonderful lady two exactly days to file my case. Crazy right what one couldn’t do it in 7 months she did it in two days. Do I recommend this lady? Yes Pleaseeeeee !! I wish that everyone one who is going through this process would find her on the ways because she is simply the best !! The BEST !! Ok.. but this is not everything she made me feel like part of her family giving little tricks for 1st time mommy. She recommended me some books for my daughter. She is a hard worker EXCELLENT WORKER and a great human being ❤️ I know it’s hard going through this but this makes us feel that nothing is going all. And I can say more but I want people to have their own beautiful experience with her.
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      Made my NYC Bankruptcy filing easy and stress-free

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      When I got notified that my credit card company was suing me for outstanding debt, at the end of 2020 no less, when I'd become unemployed, I felt completely overwhelmed. I searched "NYC Bankruptcy lawyer," landed on Avvo, and saw Barbie's excellent ratings. I emailed her right away and she responded immediately. I am so glad I found Barbie. She is thorough, efficient, compassionate, and incredibly hard-working. She helped me file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy within weeks of contacting her, and she made the process as easy as it possibly could have been. While filing for bankruptcy can bring feelings of shame and fear, Barbie was in my corner throughout the process and prepared me for every step. I am so grateful to her; it is a huge weight off of my shoulders to not have the debt hanging over me as I try to get back on my feet financially. Hire Barbie, you won't regret it!
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      Highly recommended

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      Barbie assisted me on a case that stemmed from an abusive relationship where financial abuse was an issue. When Barbie helped me with my filing she would readily take my questions and answer my concerns immediately, never in a condescending manner. Highly recommended- particularly to people dealing with high conflict divorces.
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      Great experience!

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      Barbie is such a patient and caring lawyer. She guided through the bankruptcy process, explained everything clearly and answered every single question I had, often responding to me during off hours. She also works lighting fast so you can get your paperwork done and move through the process quickly. Filing for bankruptcy can be very emotional but you’re in great hands with Barbie.
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      thank you

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      Barbie is very supportive. She is present all the way through the process. It devastated me as filing for bankruptcy was my last resort. Barbie helped me throughout the process from beginning to end. This review does not do her justice. I can't thank her enough.
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      Barbie gave me the most stress-free filing possible

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      Barbie is by far the best, most personable lawyer I’ve ever come in contact with. Due to my panic and feeling the need to get it over with ASAP once finally deciding on filing, I first signed on with a different lawyer based solely on his Google rankings, where he is typically the first one to appear in any NYC searches. Big mistake. After being given the runaround for well over a month, with nothing more than a few 30 second phone calls to say he was “looking into my case”, literally nothing came of it when he deemed my case to be too complicated, simply because it required filling out the means test paperwork to explain my situation. For that I received not even a full refund (the work required for a few 30 second voicemails apparently equates to $500) and a referral to another lawyer, one who never even called me back for an initial consultation. Fantastic. As if deciding to file for bankruptcy wasn’t a stressful enough situation to begin with, these are the sorts of people you can look forward to encountering when actually going through with the process if you’re not careful! I give this background to really highlight just how amazing Barbie really is. This time I decided to do my research more thoroughly. After reading all the great reviews on Barbie, I contacted her and immediately received a response. Within 48 hours the paperwork was done and my case was filed. A month later I had my 341 meeting, which she prepared me perfectly for, and before I knew it I was done with this extremely stressful era of my life. I can’t tell you enough how worth her fee Barbie truly is. Rather than giving you the runaround or trying to make things seem more complicated than they need to be she breaks everything down for you honestly and with compassion. She took an interest in my life and didn’t pass judgment on me like I had experienced previously. From the initial consult, to actually filing the Chapter 7 paperwork, to the 341 meeting, Barbie made the process and simple and stress free as humanly possible. It’s also important to note that, after dealing with other lawyers who would put literally nothing in writing, I really appreciated Barbie’s rapid fire response to emails and texts to all the little questions that come up during the course of the Chapter 7 bankruptcy process. As you can see I can’t recommend Barbie Lieber enough. Learn from my own experience and go with the best from the beginning.
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      Gale Helfgott, Real estate Attorney on Jun 2, 2010
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I have known Barbie almost 20 years. We met at Tenzer Greenblatt, LLP (now known as Blank Rome LLP). I witnessed her successfully handle complex bankruptcies, overcoming all obstacles. Barbie is highly knowledgeable, intelligent, personable, efficient, detail oriented and creative. I often refer bankruptcy, litigation and real estate matters to her because she is the attorney outside my firm that I trust the most. Her services are of an A+ rating, but with very reasonable rates. I always get excellent feedback from the people that I have referred to her. Barbie represents each client as if it were her one and only or a close relative. Since Barbie is also a litigator, she is able to provide additional protection to her bankruptcy and real estate clients, foreseeing and resolving any potential issues. She is a “lawyer’s lawyer,” promptly responding to any inquiries I have concerning litigation, debt/bankruptcy and employment related matters. – G. Helfgott, Esq.

      Christy Demelfi, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Nov 17, 2010
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Barbie is an extremely knowledgeable attorney. She's a true "lawyer's lawyer". She's always willing to assist a fellow attorney and bounce ideas and thoughts off of. She has been extremely helpful in helping to come up with solutions to unique issues in bankruptcy cases. I'm glad she's always around when I need another brain to pick.

      David Brodman, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 24, 2018
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Barbie Lieber is an excellent attorney. She is extremely well versed in the law and works tirelessly to get great results for her clients. I wholeheartedly endorse Ms. Lieber.

      Dawn Cutaia, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Sep 8, 2017
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I am a bankruptcy attorney in York, PA and have been for 20 years. I had a person contact me who lives in Brooklyn NY and who needed advice on an eviction and bankruptcy. Barbie was extremely helpful, thorough, and also quite frank about what she could and could not do to help my client. She returned my call quickly and gave me the information I needed so I could point my client in the right direction about where to get the help she needed. She then followed everything up with an email shortly thereafter.

      Asaph Abrams, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 11, 2017
      Relationship: Other

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Ted Zink, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jul 8, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Nicole Levy, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Mar 29, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this attorney, whose reputation and credentials speak for themselves.

      Jeffrey Lampert, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Mar 9, 2016
      Relationship: Other

      I am pleased to endorse Ms. Lieber. I do not know her personally, have never spoken with her. My knowledge of her comes from reading her answers to questions on Avvo that I review and/or answer and it is very clear that 1) she knows the law; 2) enjoys explaining things, by giving complete answers, and then after answering the question goes on to give even more information that goes beyond the question; and 3) cares about the best interests of her clients, which is telling by how she writes her responsees, in plain English and not legal mumbo-jumbo. Most lawyers know the rules and laws sufficiently to function, it is clear to me that Ms. Lieber makes the effort to communicate with her clients and explain things so they understand the situation.

      Phillip Mahony, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 12, 2016
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. Barbie is well known and well respected in the consumer bankruptcy community. Her thorough knowledge of the law makes her a very effective advocate for her clients.

      Howard Lewis, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Aug 15, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Lieber is an outstanding attorney whom I highly recommend.

      Brent Hardy, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Aug 8, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse Barbie without reservation. She has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and has the skills of a superb litigator.

      Robert Gambrell, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on May 28, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. I have followed Ms. Lieber's responses on Avvo and it is clear to me that she is willing to take the extra time needed to completely answer the question. She has the ability to respond so the lay person can understand while showing that she understands bankruptcy law and how it applies to the problems people have in the real world.

      Dorothy Bunce, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 10, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Many bankruptcy attorneys lack one important characteristic - either they have no communication skills or they are lack a scholarly understanding of the law. Fortunately, Barbie Dawn Lieber is the rare exception, having both a great ability to explain complicated issues to those who don't have advanced law degrees, while demonstrating the brain power of the best in our profession. It is my great pleasure to endorse Ms Lieber.

      Jeannine Goche, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Mar 27, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Waymon Harrell, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Mar 15, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Lieber is a top notch bankruptcy attorney. She demonstrates her excellent knowledge of the law to users on this site. I am happy to endorse her.

      Richard Elie, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 14, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.Ms. Lieber's reputation precedes her, and her knowledge and applied skills in the bankruptcy/debt areas are significantly demonstrated in her responses to questions here on AVVO and in her guides. Hire with confidence.

      Richard Granvold, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Feb 8, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Why? Because having seen many many attorneys replies on AVVO, some take the time to fully and completely answer a question and go beyond . This attorney's answers show her knowledge also of Bankruptcy which if I was a client, I would want this attorney if I lived anywhere near her!

      Robert von Dohlen, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 26, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Great source of help with your Bankruptcy concerns!

      Dana Fleming Allen, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 12, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Lieber is very knowledgeable and a leader in the bankruptcy field.

      Russell Dombrow, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Oct 19, 2014
      Relationship: Other

      I am pleased to endorse Ms. Lieber. I have read many of her Avvo responses and she has demonstrated to me that she is a knowledgeable Bankruptcy attorney who demonstrates a concern about people who find themselves in financial difficulty.

      Christian Lassen

      Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

      Lisa McCue

      I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Lieber is an extremely knowledgeable, well-respected bankruptcy attorney. Her responses on this forum demonstrate not only her many years of experience, but her kind and compassionate nature. Highly recommended.

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