Colette M Kostelec

I wish I could add another star (or more)!!! My situation was with property managers at my apartment, who not only communicated poorly (only getting back to me in a timely manner when it benefitted them--or not at all), but at the end of my time at the apartment, were also trying to strong-arm/manipu...late me into paying a "convenience fee" of $100 because I found a house, so decided not to take a bigger apartment in the same complex. They also said I was breaking the lease early (my lease had been up for months) and therefore I would forfeit my whole deposit and have to pay rent and electricity until the next tenant paid their first month's rent. Needless to say, along with the fun adventure of moving, I was stressed! Someone recommended Colette, and it was like a huge burden had been lifted off my shoulders--she had my back! I turned all my information over to her and did exactly what she said, which included not speaking to the prop. managers, to which I gratefully complied! It took awhile because they would not respond to her either, but she called today and I got my COMPLETE deposit back! Her attention to detail, good legal advice, knowledge of the law, and her intuitive patience made it all happen. We are hoping this company will have learned that they are breaking the law, on a number of levels, and maybe they will not do this kind of stuff to anyone else. Thank you, Colette

For over two years, I struggled with a previous attorney who didn't return phone calls or emails, misspelled names, mixed up information, and failed to meet deadlines. If that wasn't frustrating enough, during this same two years, three different planners were assigned to the matter at hand, a short ...plat application, and each time, my application seemed to fall between the cracks or behind the desk. Finally, I asked someone experienced with such matters who she would recommend, and she said, without hesitation, Colette M. Kostelec. Life changed overnight. Colette took the case in January, obtaining records from the previous attorney seamlessly. Then, day after day, week after week, she responded to phone calls and emails immediately. She reviewed complex documents such as survey detail and County regulations and codes, catching minute issues that could have caused disaster. She negotiated between the county, the state, family members, the survey company, financial institutions, and the many other entities involved in this matter, never once missing a deadline or alienating anyone. Through all of this, her mediation training showed because she always remained on task rather than become side-tracked into emotions or irrelevant issues. She's a superb listener. Her billing is fair. She is detailed oriented. She is brilliant. Because of Colette, in one year, I now own my home and property! I'm even on cordial terms with neighbors and family members. If you have a real estate matter, she is the person you want on your team.