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Real estate Attorney | Nov 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Cristen Martinez heartily. I have and continue to refer clients to her with real estate issues and matters. I feel very comfortable telling my clients and contacts that I have complete confidence in her expertise."
Real estate Attorney | Jul 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Cristen is an amazing attorney and advocate. She woks hard and gets great results for her clients! She has a wealth of experience in real estate law and litigation. I endorse her without hesitation."
Unknown Attorney | Aug 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible. I endorse this lawyer."
Real estate Attorney | Feb 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I had the pleasure of meeting and getting to know Cristen over the last few months. I also know her employer well. Cristen and her firm are excellent at representing real estate brokers and agents, helping them avoid issues that would create liability."
Real estate Attorney | Feb 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Cristen Messina since 2007 and I am personally familiar with her work ethic and professionalism. I endorse this lawyer without reservation."