I was completely lost and in the middle of crazy life drama. Mr Laurent was exactly what I needed! He went out of his way to make me feel comfortable and explain everything every step of the way. You really feel like someone cares about your cause and is willing to do whatever it takes to secure the best possible outcome for you. Super real and upfront. Very talented and on the ball. Definitely someone you want on your side.
In a place like Miami, where things can go really well or really bad, the same holds true for people that cross your path. I had the unfortunate experience with a landlord who tried to continuously get extra money from me, including lying about how I returned the house rental that she owned in order to keep my deposit (it was obvious this was not her first rodeo with intimidation and trying to get over on a tenant). I came across some not so great attorneys who simply were trying to charge high consultation fees along with creating high disclaimers to handle my case. In the end I would have lost my deposit in attorney fees and would have only proved a point to my beloved slumlord. I knew that there had to be a better option, and someone out there with high morale and great understanding for the type of case I was up against. After much research, and venting to those I knew, Mr. Laurent was finally recommended to me. From our first conversation Mr. Laurent laid down the law, and proved to be exceptionally knowledgeable in my type of case. He was poised, confident and most importantly had a morale so high with the desire to truly help, that he did not charge anything up front. On the contrary he was so determined and confident to act in a just manner that he worked based on contingency. We agreed to very minimal inevitable processing fees and he would not get paid unless it won in trial. Happy to say that the case did not go to trial, landlord realized I was serious and she did not want a piece of Mr. Laurent already having tasted his skills through negotiations, therefore I was able to get my deposit back. Mr Laurent's minimal fee for general filing of possible suit, along with his undying time and dedication to negotiations led me to be extremely thankful and more than satisfied with our outcome. Morale, integrity, honesty, and knowledge are priceless when it comes to a lawyer, but Mr. Laurent definitely prided himself with doing what was right for me at a minimal cost, so that I can come out virtually unaffected by someone else's devious attempted actions. Also, his office personnel were very professional, highly receptive to my calls, and keeping Mr. Laurent and I in constant contact.
"[P]erhaps the most valuable thing a lawyer brings to the courtroom when he is an advocate is his reputation....If his reputation is bad, I don't care what he says or how he says it -- he is climbing a glass mountain in shoes covered with oil." Hon. Charles D. Breitel
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An amazing experience
I was completely lost and in the middle of crazy life drama. Mr Laurent was exactly what I needed! He went out of his way to make me feel comfortable and explain everything every step of the way. You really feel like someone cares about your cause and is willing to do whatever it takes to secure the best possible outcome for you. Super real and upfront. Very talented and on the ball. Definitely someone you want on your side.
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Posted by Lisa, tenant of slumlord Ms. Rodriguez (Miami FL) | May 20, 2019
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Professional, high integrity, and knowledgeable
In a place like Miami, where things can go really well or really bad, the same holds true for people that cross your path. I had the unfortunate experience with a landlord who tried to continuously get extra money from me, including lying about how I returned the house rental that she owned in order to keep my deposit (it was obvious this was not her first rodeo with intimidation and trying to get over on a tenant). I came across some not so great attorneys who simply were trying to charge high consultation fees along with creating high disclaimers to handle my case. In the end I would have lost my deposit in attorney fees and would have only proved a point to my beloved slumlord. I knew that there had to be a better option, and someone out there with high morale and great understanding for the type of case I was up against. After much research, and venting to those I knew, Mr. Laurent was finally recommended to me. From our first conversation Mr. Laurent laid down the law, and proved to be exceptionally knowledgeable in my type of case. He was poised, confident and most importantly had a morale so high with the desire to truly help, that he did not charge anything up front. On the contrary he was so determined and confident to act in a just manner that he worked based on contingency. We agreed to very minimal inevitable processing fees and he would not get paid unless it won in trial. Happy to say that the case did not go to trial, landlord realized I was serious and she did not want a piece of Mr. Laurent already having tasted his skills through negotiations, therefore I was able to get my deposit back. Mr Laurent's minimal fee for general filing of possible suit, along with his undying time and dedication to negotiations led me to be extremely thankful and more than satisfied with our outcome. Morale, integrity, honesty, and knowledge are priceless when it comes to a lawyer, but Mr. Laurent definitely prided himself with doing what was right for me at a minimal cost, so that I can come out virtually unaffected by someone else's devious attempted actions. Also, his office personnel were very professional, highly receptive to my calls, and keeping Mr. Laurent and I in constant contact.
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Posted by Kimberly | March 29, 2018
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Great Customer Service
I had a great experience with Mr. Laurent. He provided great customer service, has friendly staff & is professional.
Posted by Daniel | April 23, 2015
excellent lawyer
Mr. Hegel Laurent is very astute, knowledgeable but most importantly a true professional of the highest ethics, an extremely rare quality in the industry.
He will explain things thoroughly and compassionately and show you what's in your best interest as a client. I would contract him for any legal matter.
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Landlord or tenant Attorney | Aug 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Hegel Laurent is a very intelligent, hardworking, and well prepared attorney. He gives 150% at everything he does. Any client may rest assured that they have on their side a very knowledgeable legal representative."
Probate Attorney | Jun 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred many people to Hegel and he has always been customer service oriented and thorough with his explanations and knowledgable about the law."
Landlord or tenant Attorney | Feb 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. He is thorough, efficient and knowledgable in the law. Mr. Laurent will take the time to educate his clients to make them better prepared to navigate in the legal world. He is a great attorney."
Appeals Attorney | Dec 19
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Mr. Laurent is very intelligent and skilfful appellate attorney. I had the privilege of working with him on a family case, where we appealed the judge's order and obtained a reversal by the Fourth District Court of Appeals. I endorse Mr. Laurent and would recommend him to anyone who needs a great appellate attorney."