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Family Attorney | Oct 15
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Kate is one of the most experienced and effective Collaborative Law attorneys in the area. She does a good job for her client and knows the law very well. She is creative and obviously works hard to make sure her client comes out well when the case is finally settled. I enjoy working on the other side of a case with her."
Family Attorney | Oct 06
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Kate on numerous collaborative cases and she is a true professional. She is trustworthy, reliable and extremely ethical. She is also an outstanding mediator. I believe she has been mediator in approximately half dozen of my cases and mediation has been 100% successful in every one of those cases."
Family Attorney | Oct 06
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mrs. Smith for several years. She is a true advocate for her clients. I highly recommend Mrs. Smith for all family matters."