Brian Chase

Brian Chase

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Lawyer at Tucson, AZ

115 W. Washington St., Tucson, AZ

About Brian

Biography

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 150-250 per hour

Contingency

30%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 4 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2021

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 14 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Brian Chase, PLLC

115 W. Washington St., Tucson, AZ, 85701

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Brian Chase's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Justin | May 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent

As a college student, discovering that there was a warrant out for my arrest was daunting to say the least. After consulting with multiple lawyers, I decided to hire Brian for my case. He clearly explained to me all the possible steps I could take for getting the charge taken off my record, including... how I could easily go about doing it myself. But I decided to hire him because, not only is he knowledgeable and poise, he is clearly passionate about what he does. With a fair price, choosing Brian to take my case was a no-brainer. Thanks Brian!

Posted by Karen | March 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Great guy, Great results.

Had an accident with my bike and the insurance company refused to pay out of pocket medical expenses. The woman at the insurance company said they weren't liable. Brian investigated and confirmed they are indeed liable. After the amount of damages was increased significantly, Brian secured the tot...al from the insurance company. I only provided Brian with photos, he did everything else. He handled this aggressively, but with grace -- very professional. I also like Brian personally. He's friendly, utterly professional, and explains well. My experience with this lawyer was nothing short of outstanding! Thank you Brian! Thank you!

Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Everything Done Right

Brian helped me with a minor civil matter that involved writing a lot of motions, and everything was well-argued, well-written, and obviously NOT some stock motion where he'd changed the name. He spent much more time on my case than I expected. He doesn't usually practice in the area of law that I ne...eded, but he did hid research and was completely prepared. Too bad the judge never read any of the motions. Not Brian's fault. He did everything he could. Thank you, Brian!

Posted by Steve | February 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Exceptionally pleased with Mr. Chase's representation

2/10/2016 I initially interviewed 4 Tucson attorneys before making my decision on hiring an attorney to represent me. I needed a defense attorney after being charged with 9 felonies by a grand jury indictment. A few charges were possession of marijuana (12+lbs), marijuana manufacturing & distribu...tion, intent to distribute, 2 weapons charges and child abuse. I immediately made a few phone calls and jumped on AVVO. I was referred to Mr. Chase by a friend who had hired Mr. Chase in a marijuana DUI case. After I met with the 4 lawyers I had decided to interview and consult with, I went home and wrote out a pros and cons list of each one. I then took a few minutes to analyze what my gut was telling me. In both analyzations, Mr. Chase came out on top. In the interview he was both thorough and detailed in expressing my options. He explained what his approach would be. He took detailed notes as we talked. He listened to what I was saying and of what I was asking. He answered all of my questions with solid and knowledgeable answers off the top of his brain. I asked all 4 attorneys the same questions. Mr. Chase knew the answers, without having to pause to look it up, which isn't true of the other 3 lawyers. Mr. Chase was exceptionally timely in all correspondence and communication. He did all of the communicating himself, not somebody else. There was not one unexpected hiccup along the way. Mr. Chase utilized all the resources available to him on my behalf, such as using the courts finances (saving me a substantial chunk of money) to hire an independent investigator (a neutral party and certified by the courts) to conduct several action items that were pertinent to the outcome of the case. He had an extreme knowledge of the inner workings of the court house and a VERY IMPORTANT DETAIL: He had solid relationships with the Judge and his staff inc. Interns & the Judges Clerk. This proved to be most beneficial about halfway through my case. As far as dealing with the prosecutor, Mr. Chase was keenly astute as to timing of certain issues and when to address those issues. Mr. Chase always kept me apprised as details and information trickled in. He communicated in terms I could comprehend, not in lawyer-speak. He always gave me a reason as to why he was doing what he was doing and explained the benefit to me. He was very au courant and anticipatory of the next steps to make, quite frequently he was 2 or 3 steps ahead of where we were in negotiations. He was always well prepared and supraliminal of the process and resources that were available. My case took 10 months with about a dozen court appearances before wrapping up. The bottom line is that I did do a lot of what I was being charged with. It took me a while to accept that fact and come out from under the denial rock. But at the end of the day, the 9 felonies I was charged with (comprised of class 2, class 3, class 4 & class 6 felony charges) had a 3.5 year up to 7 year potential for jail time on most of the charges. To complicate things, I had a prior felony conviction dated 19 years earlier that came in to play that Mr. Chase had to overcome. I ended up pleading guilty to 2 charges (a class 4 &class 6). Mr. Chase got the other 7 dismissed. The 12+lbs he got reduced to <2lbs. Of the 2 charges I pled guilty to, given my history of a prior felony conviction, the Judge sentenced me to 2 years probation and community service work. In addition, I am a Medical Marijuana cardholder and was allowed to retain those privileges throughout my probationary time despite these pot charges. Mr. Chase went above and beyond my expectations. He was diligent in all aspects of my case. He never once made me feel like a criminal. He saw past that and treated me with respect. I highly recommend Mr. Chase no matter what type of case you may have. You would be doing yourself an injustice if you were not to include Mr. Chase in your initial interviewing process.

Posted by Bonnie | December 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Civil Rights

Best attorney

Brian represented my husband and me in an usual ADA suit regarding our service dog, a case other lawyers were reluctant to tackle. Brian was the best---explaining each step, staying calm and focused and caring for us throughout the ordeal. Most importantly, he persisted and won the case. I can highly... recommend Brian.

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Brian Chase's Lawyer Endorsements

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Edward Hopkins

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Not only is Brian a skilled and talented criminal trial lawyer, he is also diligent and thorough. His clients can count on him to be prepared and to represent them excellently before, during, and after criminal trials. Highly recommended."

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Douglas Newborn

Personal injury lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is hands down one of the best litigators in Tucson and is a rising star in the legal community. I've known him since law school, where I watched him compete in trial advocacy competitions and win at nearly every level. I highly recommend him."

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Stephen Rue

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have the honor and privilege of knowing this extraordinary attorney through our mutual professional law firm development organization that we are both involved. I highly recommend and endorse this attorney as being one of the finest individuals and professionals that a client could ever have. Attorney Stephen Rue"

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Alec Hanus

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Chase is a very knowledgeable attorney who is passionate about defending his clients. He is well-respected in the court system. I highly recommend him."

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Joseph Ezzo

Criminal defense lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is a hardworking and well-organized young attorney with excellent communication skills and knowledge in his practice areas."

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Corey Wlodarczyk

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Brian for over 10 years. Through college and law school he has always been an incredibly hard working and knowledgeable person and attorney. He works hard for his clients to ensure that their interests are always well-represented. Those facing criminal charges can never go wrong by seeking his counsel."

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Christopher Ariano

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Brian for years and can attest to his exceptional character and willingness to go the extra mile for his clients. Brian has covered a number of hearings for me and can always be relied upon. Clients I have referred to Brian have had nothing but positive things to say about him."

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Lisa Larkin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is an outstanding criminal defense lawyer. He is an aggressive, highly skilled trial lawyer that fights like a gladiator for his clients."

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Alexander Benezra

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Brian and he brings excellent analytical ability and strong understanding of the law."

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Riisa Petersen

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Brian is an amazing and experienced personal injury attorney. I highly recommend him to anyone needing those services/"

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Mark Johnson

Car accident lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Brian is a skilled litigator and negotiator with a reputation for careful attention to detail and a systematic approach to resolving complex cases."

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Phillip Daniels

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Chase is everything one would want in a trial lawyer. He is thoughtful and able to catch even the smallest of issues in cases. Brian is firm and aggressive, but he is also fair. Mr. Chase's unwavering respect for the courts as well as his clients makes him an obvious choice for litigation matters."

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Dylan Ciciliano

Business lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked along side Brian on matters involving the formation of entities and development of business models. Our worked required that we evaluate a proposed business model and develop for the client a list of issues that would arise as a result of implementing the model. The real challenge was reconciling numerous laws and fields of practice, be it intellectual property, corporate formation, SEC regulations, licensing of technology, or basic employment agreements. Brian never ceased to amaze me with his attention to detail and ability to identify seemingly invisible issues. This ability was only outmatched by his efforts to find practical and encompassing solutions. On top of that, he is a genuinely all around good guy that is honest is trustworthy.."

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Nathaniel Redmon

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Chase is a skilled attorney that zealously represents clients with a steadfast committment to seeking justice."

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Kevin Franklin

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Friend

"Brian Chase is an exceptional trial lawyer with an extraordinary command of procedural and evidentiary rules."

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Ronald Zack

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of observing Mr. Chase interacting with clients. He is an excellent criminal defense attorney who vigorously protects the rights of his clients. At the same time, he is well respected by opposing counsel and members of the bench."

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Matthew Schmidt

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. As a fellow classmate in law school and close friend in the legal field, I can say with confidence that he is very professional, friendly, and knowledgeable in criminal and civil law."

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Barry Rorex

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When my own clients and friends have questions about personal injury matters, I have no hesitation in recommending they speak with Mr. Chase. He is professional, straightforward and honest which is exactly what folks need when they find themselves injured and are not sure where to go or what to do next."

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Joel Feinman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Brian Chase is an excellent attorney. He worked with me for several months, and in that time he was an invaluable asset to my criminal defense practice. Mr. Chase is highly intelligent, extremely dedicated to his clients, and quick on his feel. I would trust him with any of my cases, and I have the fullest confidence that he would give my clients the highest possible level of service."

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Alec Hanus

Criminal defense lawyer

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Douglas Newborn

Unknown lawyer

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Joseph Ezzo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joedy Thurston

Family lawyer

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Barry Bellovin

Family lawyer

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Christopher Ariano

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Riisa Petersen

Family lawyer

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Alexander Benezra

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mark Johnson

Estate planning lawyer

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Dylan Ciciliano

Litigation lawyer

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Nathaniel Redmon

Unknown lawyer

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Ronald Zack

Elder law lawyer

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Mark Copoulos

Unknown lawyer

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Barry Rorex

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Edward Hopkins

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyers of America

2018

National Trial Competition Award, American College of Trial Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Lead Counsel Rater - Plaintiff Personal Injury, Lead Counsel

2017

National Trial Competition Award, American College of Trial Lawyers

2017

Top 3 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Tucson, Three Best Rated

2017

Lead Counsel, Lead Counsel Rated

2016

Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel

2016

National Trial Competition Merit Award, American College of Trial Lawyers

2014

National Trial Competition Merit Award, American College of Trial Lawyers

2013

Top 40 Under 40, Arizona Daily Star

2011

William T. Birmingham Award for Outstanding Trial Advocacy, University of Arizona

2011

Finalist, Richard Grand Closing Argument Competition

2010

Finalist, Richard Grand Closing Argument Competition

2010

Jenckes Cup Champion, American College of Trial Lawyers

2009

Finalist - Jenckes Cup Closing Argument Competition, Tucson Defense Bar

2008

Salter Award for Outstanding Achievement, University of Arizona

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Brian Chase, PLLC

2013 - Present

Adjunct Professor, University of Arizona, College of Law

2012 - 2013

Attorney, Ronald Zack, PLC

2011 - 2012

Associate, Douglas B. Levy, P.C.

2011 - 2011

Project Clerk, Law Officers of Stephen Paul Barnard

2010 - 2011

Research Assistant, University of Arizona

2010 - 2011

Law Clerk, Slutes, Sakrison & Rogers, P.C.

2010 - 2011

Rule 38(d) Student Attorney, Pima County Public Defender

2006 - 2010

Windows Support System Specialist, University of Arizona

2005 - 2006

Team Advisor, National Student Leadership Conference

Associations

2011 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2011 - Present

Pima County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Arizona Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - 2017

Therapeutic Riding of Tucson

Board of Directors

2013 - 2017

Pima County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Board Member

2013 - 2015

Forensic Expert Witness Association

Associate Member

2011 - 2013

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2010 - 2011

Oral Advocacy Association, James E. Rogers College of Law

President

2008 - 2012

Mock Trial at the University of Arizona

Coach

2007 - 2008

Eller Technology Fellows Board

Chair

2004 - 2008

Mock Trial at the University of Arizona

Past President and Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. N.G.

Case Dismissed

State v. D.B.

Case Dismissed

State v. R.M.

Case Dismissed

G.G.

Settled for full insurance policy limits

State v. M.M.

Case Dismissed

State v. S.H.

Case Dismissed

State v. F.S.

Case Dismissed

State v. D.P.

Case Dismissed

State v. J.P.

Case Dismissed

State v. D.P.

Case Dismissed

State v. J.F.

Settled for insurance policy limits.

State v. J.G.

Case Dismissed

State v. D.S.

Case Dismissed

State v. D.P.

Case Dismissed

C.S.

Settled for insurance police limits

State v. J.W.

Case Dismissed

State v. C.G.

Case Dismissed

State v. T.O.

DUI Dismissal.

State v. D.B.

Case Dismissed.

State v. M.A.

Case Dismissed

State v. J.S.

Case Dismissed

State v. M.L.

Case Dismissed

State v. R.B.

Dismissed

State v. A.G.

Case Dismissed

A.O.

Settlement of $45,000

R.Y.

Case settled for policy limits of insurance

State v. V.B.

Case Dismissed

State v. E.O.

Case dismissed before trial

State v. A.O.

Case dismissed at trial

State v. J.T.

Dismissed at trial

W.D.

Case settled for confidential amount

State v. R.S.

Case dismissed

State v. K.T.

Case Dismissed through diversion

State v. P.R.

Case dismissed

State v. W.D.

Conviction set aside, gun rights restored

State v. N.S.

Case dismissed.

State v. P.W.

Case dismissed.

State v. P.A.

Case dismissed at trial

State v. M.D.

Not Guilty

State v. N.P.

Case Dismissed

State v. B.B.

Chase dismissed without client ever needing to appear in court.

State v. J.V.

Prior felony conviction set aside.

State v. L.H.

Criminal charge dismissed, client received a civil traffic ticket

H.D.

Settled for insurance company policy limits

State v. C.A.

Diversion

State v. E.K.

Case Dismissed

N.T.

Settled for policy limits

C.K.

Settled for policy limits

State v. A.R.

DUI plead to reckless driving

State v. S.K.

Civil Rights Restored, Conviction Set Aside

State v. M.B.

Case dismissed at trial

State v. N.S.

Case Dismissed

State v. T.L.

Case Dismissed.

State vs. G.C.

Not Guilty on All Charges

State v. M.P.

Case Dismissed

State v. R.R.

Not Guilty at Trial.

State v. Smith

Case Dismissed

State v. G.N.

Not Guilty at Trial.

State v. M.P.

Case Dismissed

State v. E.M.

No further adverse actions taken against my client.

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Education

2015

Arizona Association of Criminal Justice

2015

Arizona Public Defender Association Annual Conference

2014

Arizona Public Defender Association Annual Conference

2013

Arizona Public Defender Association Annual Conference

N/A

University of Arizona College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Arizona

B.S.

Speaking Engagements

2018

This Week in Law Podcast - This Week in Law

2018

Monthly Meeting

The Secret World of Digital Data

2018

Lunch Seminar

The Secret World of Digital Data

2018

Driving into the Future: Cars, Technology and the Law

Modern Day Footprints: Getting Data from Devices

2018

Arizona Public Defender Association Annual Conference

Defending the Digital Case

2018

Arizona Public Defender Association

Your Home is Spying on You

2017

University of Arizona PCLP

Your House is Spying on You, and the Cops are Listening

2017

Ethics Seminar

The Cloud vs. The Filing Cabinet: Ethics and Client Data

2017

APDA 2017

Nice Try. I still know where you hide your naked selfies.

2017

APDA 2017

Law Office Security

2016

Winter Seminar

Digital Evidence in Criminal Cases

2016

Winter Seminar

Cloud Computing Comparison

2016

State Bar of Arizona

Cloudy with a Chance of Pitfalls

2016

Arizona Public Defender Association

I Know Where You Hide Your Naked Selfies

2016

Arizona Public Defender Association

Law Office Technology Every Lawyer Can Use

2016

Annual Retreat

Claims Against Government Entities

2016

Annual Retreat

Trying Your Hand at Liens

2015

Pima County Bar Association

Cloud Computing Ethics and Ethos

2015

Law.Change

Setting up a High Tech Firm

2015

Economics Society

Law and Economics

2015

Arizona Trial Lawyers Association

Digital Evidence: A Sword and a Shield

2015

Arizona Public Defender Association

Cell Phone Forensics

2015

Arizona Public Defender Association

How Anyone Can Learn to Be a High Tech Lawyer

2015

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Digital Security

2015

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Mobile Forensics

2014

Pima County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Ethics in the Cloud

2014

Arizona Public Defender Association

Ethics in the Cloud

2014

Arizona Public Defender Association

Defending the Digital Case

2014

Annual Retreat

Digital Evidence: A Sword and a Shield

2013

Law Office Software 101: Learn the Tools of the Trade

Law Office Technology

2013

Arizona Public Defender Association

Email Evidence

2012

Phi Alpha Delta

DUI 101

2012

Law Review Radio

Ongoing appearances discussing Personal Injury and Criminal Defense

2010

Jenckes Closing Argument Competition

Jenckes Semi-Finalist Closing Argument Competition

2010

Jenckes Closing Argument Competition 2010 Jenckes Closing Argument Competition

2009

Jenckes Closing Argument Competition

Jenckes Semi-Finalist Closing Argument Competition

Publications

2018

The Advocate The Surprising Sources of Relevant Digital Evidence

2017

Advocate Preserving Electronically Stored Information

2014

The Writ (PCBA) Windows XP is Dying

2013

The Writ (PCBA) National Trial Competition in Tucson

2012

Arizona Attorney Are we Safe In The Cloud?

2012

The Writ (PCBA) The Next Great Litigators

Languages

English

Activity

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