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Pavel
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Amanda with Flat Fee Divorce Solutions went out of her way to make the challenging and emotional process of divorce as painless and affordable as possible. She was professional yet human in her approach as an attorney. I highly recommend her services.
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Michael F
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Amanda did an excellent job handling my divorce. She made the entire process as easy as possible. I highly recommend her if you are looking for an uncontested divorce attorney.
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Miles K
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Amanda was very helpful in getting my divorce handled quickly and smoothly. I would definitely recommend her when going through this difficult process!
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Julia C
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Amanda from Flat Fee Divorce Solutions ensured I received the best Christmas present ever... my divorce being final before the holidays! While the other party in this situation was fairly uncooperative and lacked in communication, she did a great job ensuring I knew what I needed to do and what to expect. I'm forever thankful to her!
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Jennifer R
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Compassionate, relatable and top notch person. Highly recommend.
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Barbie F
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When I began my search for a divorce attorney, I felt a bit overwhelmed by the many choices and found myself uncertain about my rights and options. However, after speaking with Amanda, it was evident she was the right choice for me. Her flat fee was very reasonable, and she took the time to explain everything in clear, understandable terms. I appreciated how she communicated frequently about my case, even sending a quick email just to let me know if there was no update. Amanda is incredibly knowledgeable about the court system and, more importantly, she can truly empathize with what you’re experiencing. If you’re seeking assistance for an amicable divorce, I wholeheartedly recommend Amanda as your attorney!
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Tom W
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Very thorough and extremely helpful.
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Austin T
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Great communication. She was very friendly and got things done right the first time. Couldn’t have asked for a better lawyer to handle my divorce.
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Diana W
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Amanda is the best! Very helpful and affordable.
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Laurie B
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At a time when you are feeling judged, stressed out and emotional, Amanda makes you feel "normal." She talks to you like a person and not a case. I would highly recommend her to anyone! So thankful I came across her information. It made the situation so much easier not to have to worry about the details. Thank you!!!
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Kiley B
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Amanda was SO helpful and QUICK getting my case filed. Giving honest feedback when I needed it, and helping to revise the details when I needed her (which was often). I always knew what was next, and never wondered what was happening. Shell he was so good at keeping us up to date and making sure we understood everything. Can’t thank her enough! Highly recommend!
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Steve C
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Amanda is the best ! Here is a lady lawyer that has it going on. She was professional, kind , straight forward and very down to earth. I was in a very dark place with out options. She helped me find a way to deal with some very personal issues and found me and my ex wife a way back to us being happy again in our personal lives. I went though a rough divorce, Amanda guided us though all of it. Made it look easy and did it very reasonable in my honest opinion. I would and will recommend her for any divorce needs. A good person and one he'll of a lawyer. Thank you Steve Chitty
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Amanda F
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Absolutely love Amanda. Fast, efficient, and made a miserable situation a not so bad one. She’s down to earth and got the job done!
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Aaron W
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From our very first interaction when Amanda emailed me to say she'd call me at 4, and the phone rang at precisely 4:00, I knew I was dealing with a proper professional. Never did I wonder about current status, or what next steps would be. Amanda is pleasant to work with, very much on top of things, and it's clear that she cares about her clients. She helped make the process as simple and easy as it could possibly be. I'd recommended her to anyone.
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Zach B
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Cheap and great experience for the process.
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Cynthia H
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Amanda was very informative, every question I had she answered, and let me know what was happening. Divorces are never easy, Amanda know what I was going to say before I said it. Can't thank her enough. Cindy
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Qingmin L
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Highly recommend! Amanda is very kind and knowledgeable, and you can talk with her as friend.
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Jamey G
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Highly recommend! Attorney Bradley helped me with my divorce, she was efficient, kind, caring, and knowledgeable from beginning to end. She is very reasonably priced! She answered and addressed all of my questions and concerns. I am so blessed to have found her!
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Jeremy C
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Divorce went as smoothly as a divorce can go. I was not the one that wanted the divorce so still trying to get over it, but I'm sure time will heal all wounds as the saying goes.
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Karol R
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Amanda is a highly professional attorney who helped me every step of the process. She is available by email and responds promptly with all of the questions you have. If both parties can agree to the divorce and the separation of assets, Flat Fee Divorce Solutions is the firm for you. You can accomplish your divorce in a very short timeframe and with a limited cost. What is even better, she truly cares about her clients and works tirelessly for you.
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S G
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I am not a fan of lawyers due to unpleasant experiences in the past but with Amanda I had nothing but pleasant experience with her being quick to answer any questions I had with detail and with compassion. I can tell that she has a lot of passion for her job and very knowledgeable yet not hesitate to give advise unlike some out there just want to get the work done for money. I didn't get that vibes from her and highly recommend her to the job right. I will be seeking her again if I need a lawyer in the future. Hard to find one like her in that profession.
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Linda G
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Don’t let the word “uncontested” fool you. Amanda is a fighter and will do everything within her power to resolve your divorce in a way that is best for you. She knows divorce law and has a strong work ethic that works for you! She was a bright spot during my miserable life event. I would recommend AK Bradley Law to anyone.
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Candice
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Amanda is amazing to work with! She is prompt, knowledgeable, and understanding! She went above and beyond to help me with a difficult situation, and I would HIGHLY recommend her!
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Lưu T
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I was lost and scared to face the divorce I was about to go through. Amanda was there and help me, not only as a lawyer but also a friend. Her knowledge of divorce law was invaluable and she guided me through every step of the process. I am grateful for Amanda's help and would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a divorce lawyer.
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S. C
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Amanda made this process quick and easy. She answered all my questions and went above and beyond to help in any way she could.
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Ashley L
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Amanda Bradley and the entire AK Bradley Law team are absolutely amazing!! Going through a divorce can be very stressful, rough, painful, and a lot of times very expensive. However, Amanda and her team treated me right, took care of me, and it was at a very low and reasonable price. I didn’t know what to expect and I was very nervous and anxious because I was already dealing with a very bad situation and needed the right person in my corner. When I first spoke with Amanda right away I felt comfortable, like I was talking to a friend or a counselor. She was very professional, informative, knowledgeable, genuine, compassionate, comforting, understanding, caring, responsive, and she listened. She explained things to me in a way that helped me clearly make a decision without any pressure or confusion. They are a really wonderful team and I never felt judgement when explaining my situation. Thank you so much Amanda and the AK Bradley Law team!! You helped change my life in the best way possible and I have so much gratitude for that. I recommend them 1000%!! I wish I could give them more than 5 stars.
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J T
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Divorce sucks. I can't imagine it any other way. That said, Flat Fee Divorce Solutions, and Amanda, made the process super easy and worry free. Ultimately it felt like a huge value just for the peace of mind throughout the entire process.
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Brad K
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Mrs. Bradley did an amazing job for me during my divorce. She is very professional, extremely knowledgeable and completed everything so much quicker than I could have possibly imagined. While I hope I never need another divorce attorney, if I do, Amanda will be who I contact.
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Lori M
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This was as good of an experience as one can have in this situation. Amanda does a great job and is very professional and has a great ability to keep things calm and fair. She moves your case through the system quickly and efficiently and avoids all of the typical pitfalls of divorce. In my opinion all divorces should go like this...Final in 30 days give or take...and we didnt have to go to court!
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Mandee P
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Great, professional firm!
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Anna W
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Amanda was quick to respond to all inquiries and very efficient throughout the whole process. Made a painful process less drawn out and a little less painful. Would recommend!
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Cassy K
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This review is overdue..but better late than never! Amanda is amazing! The flat rate fee was perfect. She is proactive, great communicator, VERY supportive and put details in the divorce papers that I never would've thought of. (Which proved extremely beneficial later down the road) She listened to my troubles and knew how to handle the case accordingly. She saved me from potential financial burdens and manipulation by my ex. I have been able to reference my divorce papers so many times when my ex tries something crazy. Amanda's attention to detail and ability to scope out issues in advance are off the charts. She took care of everything all I had to do was answer a few questions and express my concerns. Don't stress over the divorce papers if you have Amanda taking care of it for you!!!
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Brent A
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First off, I just have to say how awesome of a person Amanda is! She is super friendly, knowledgable, professional, and quick! She knows that this is a stressful time in our lives so she streamlines it and makes it as easy as possible for us. Not to mention, she's very affordable. I'm so glad I didn't try the fill-out online forms. No headaches here! Thanks Amanda
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Tabitha A
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Awesome service awesome knowledge Amanda went above and beyond for me making my divorce easy and quick. Extremely recommend her !!!
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Jocelyn B
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I contacted Amanda's office yesterday and she got back to me immediately. Not only was she informative, but compassionate. She made me feel so much better about everything. She went above and beyond to make sure I understood every detail. She is extremely reasonable and very patient. I was suggest you contact her for you needs.
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Wakeman P
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Pleasure doing business with her.
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Beth S
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Amanda is very passionate about family law!

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