Client Testimonials
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It’s hard to believe that Rhiannon could do better. She has done a wonderful job and she has our heartfelt thanks.
It was real pleasure having Mrs. Wrigley help me with my Trust. I felt like she really cared about meeting my needs, was professional, friendly, and made sure I understood the process.
Sam was wonderful. He explained everything clearly. My husband has Parkinson's and is very slow but Sam was extremely patient.
The entire staff was courteous and informative. Sam Wickstrom demonstrated a lot of patience with us when we had to reschedule more than once due to unforeseen weather events. He held our hands and walked us through the entire process. The end result is a comprehensive guide and computation of our assets and a path forward for the beneficiaries of the Living Trust. We would use Carrell Blanton Ferris again in a heartbeat
Rhiannon Hartman was an exceptional choice for an attorney for our estate planning needs. From the start, she handled our questions with empathy not generally in found in an attorney in our experience. When we had questions, she was quick to understand our level of comprehension and geared her responses toward that. What can be a complicated process was made rather straight forward with her approach, knowledge and caring. We came away extremely comfortable with the end result - a plan that addressed our desire for ease of succession within the confines of a system that doesn't necessarily ensure that. Rhiannon and the helpful staff at Carrell Blanton Ferris & Associates earned our trust and future business - thank you.
We have no suggestions as everything was extremely informative and highly organized. Mr. Dodl is very well versed in the trust area, as well as being able to convey all legal terms in layman’s terms. We were very comfortable discussing our priorities, desires, and needs in reference to our trust. The final product was exactly what we wanted. And by the way – if you like to snack on candy, this is the place for you!
I am very confident that all my issues were addressed. Brittany made me feel very good. She was very patient with me explaining this process to me. I knew nothing about estate planning and she explained it all to me thoroughly. I couldn't possibly rate my opinion anything but Very Satisfied!
Bennie was very professional and knowledgable explaining our options. The diagram he presented was very helpful in making our decisions. I would highly recommend.
I'm very pleased with the services of CBF [Carrell Blanton Ferris] so far. The attorneys are very knowledgeable and cordial and the staff competent and efficient. [Fredericksburg Office]
I feel like a weight has been lifted as far as end-of -life planning. Lisa attended to every detail to the smallest minutia. Thank you for everything you have done!
I have always been overwhelmed when speaking with attorneys, but Mr. Wall explained the financial planning thoroughly. After each meeting I felt very confident we had the best estate plan. He left no stone unturned.
I was not looking forward to starting the process of developing a Trust, however, Bennie Wall and Sam Wickstrom made this such a straightforward process! I highly recommend Bennie Wall and Sam Wickstrom.
We worked with Jeremy and Dianne to help us establish legal guardianship of our child. The process went exactly as they said it would, without any problems. We're grateful to have worked with such qualified individuals and would recommend them to anyone. Thank you Jeremy and Dianne!
I have no suggestions. Bennie and Sam were/are responsive, patient with my questions, easy to get in touch with via email, and timely in their responses to emails. I am very pleased with their professional services and have already referred a friend to the firm.
Actually, I wouldn't change anything about the way Mr. Kenneth Dodl did the presentation about the trust program. Mr. Dodl was very professional, articulate and exceptional communication skills. Knowing I can call anytime if I had any questions was a relief.
David Thornton was professional and friendly. He gave us peace of mind. It was overall the best experience for us. I would highly recommend this law firm.
Rhiannon Hartman was extremely professional and thorough, taking time to explain every situation, all while being personable and friendly. Mrs. Hartman was the third Trust & Estate Planning attorney that we interviewed. So glad we saved the best for last. The firm is awesome!
Sam did an amazing, thorough and comprehensive job from start to finish. He was available to provide clarification and elaboration when needed. His manner and presentation skills put us at ease.
We are so pleased with the thorough and extremely detailed information supplied to us by Mr. Garrett. His depth of knowledge is amazing. The staff associated with the firm are very personable and pleasant. The final results speak for themselves and afford us peace of mind!
Mr. Dodl is a personable and caring attorney. He was always concerned about our understanding of the Estate Plan. Very detailed explanations of all parts of our Revocable Trust Estate Plan. Our family is well cared for!
We greatly appreciate your guidance in developing our living trust. We were extremely pleased with every step of the process. Thanks to everyone at your Fredericksburg office!
Jeremy explained everything in detail and took the time to ensure our wishes were outlined and ensured. Would highly recommend his services!
You have been beyond wonderful – I couldn’t have done (and continue to do) without all of your support. I am so fortunate that my dad and his wife engaged Ken years ago to handle their affairs. This has been such a positive experience and would happily share it with others.
I am amazed by the friendliness and professionalism exhibited by all staff members. Bennie and Sam make a wonderful team. The presentation and final product were of the highest quality.
We so much enjoyed our experience with you, Jim, as you helped us through our Will process. We put it off for so many years and now it’s finally taken care of! Thanks so much for making it easy and clear. You’re very thorough!!
Jeremy was excellent! When finished, we felt very confident. We made a right decision in moving into a Trust and using Jeremy Pryor as our attorney.
We can’t suggest ‘improvements’ as Mr. Dodl was so organized and clear, both in the planning session and the signing session. Our adult children felt at ease asking questions. He made these ‘decisions for our life’ so easy to discuss – when it was so hard. Thank you.
This was a seamless experience. Rhiannon Hartman is both personable and competent. If estate planning is necessary, this firm has caring people to assist. Communication was exemplary.
We met with Mr. Pryor (Jeremy) to establish a RLT. We discussed our goals and future planning at an important time in out life. Jeremy’s advice and presentation (in layman’s terms) to the document (RLT) made us feel comfortable that we created a successful estate plan.
Outstanding delivery of what a trust is and how it best suited my needs. Erased the doubt I was experiencing.
You have a great receptionist! While trusts can be complicated and ever changing, Jeremy did an excellent job explaining the process and answering our questions to come up with a trust to meets our needs.
This whole matter is very difficult to comprehend and understand! I think Jeremy Pryor did a great job in taking us through the weeds until we got it.
James Garrett’s seminar presentation was so excellent that we realized a trust would meet our needs. We did not need an attorney to interpret and explain what an attorney had said!
Everything met or exceeded our expectations from the initial seminar through the final document signing conference. Attorney Kenneth Dodl is a competent professional who treats the client with respect and explains the details in a clear, caring manner. I have no suggestions or recommendations for improvement – NONE NEEDED!
Rhiannon was very courteous and professional in her presentation and counsel regarding my trust update. Thank you!
I am very satisfied with all of the services you have done for me and my family. I will gladly refer any of my friends and family to your professionalism in your firm. Thank you, again.
Lisa is an exceptionally good communicator! Greatly appreciate the time taken to thoroughly address all our questions/issues.
We consider our decision years ago to have Mr. Blanton draw up our living trust to be one of our most important investments for the future.
Our attorney was very knowledgeable and completely in tune with our short-term and long-term needs. He made complex tax and legal procedures extremely understandable while making personalized recommendations. We couldn’t be more satisfied with Carrell Blanton Ferris.
The Fredericksburg offices are very nice and the staff very friendly and helpful. They made our estate planning very easy.
Rhiannon is pleasant and confident. She is highly professional in her presentation and instills a sense of trust. I would use this law firm and any recommended by Rhiannon for other matters. I felt as though I could ask any question and she know the answer off the top of her head. Extremely competent!
We needed a family estate plan. Worked with Lisa to custom build a family trust to meet of needs and ensure our wishes to distribute our assets when the time comes. Lisa was excellent, patient and a good communicator! Greatly appreciate the time taken to get to know us and thoroughly address all our questions, issues and concerns.
Jeremy was wonderful and made things simple so we could understand.
I don’t see any areas that need improvement. We were very impressed with Mr. Dodl from our first meeting through the last meeting to date. He and his staff are very cordial and helpful.
Ken Dodl is exceptional, attentive, and very skilled in his questioning techniques that enabled my wife and me to understand the options and create our Living Trust. Thank you, Ken.
We are happy to know our estate is finally in good order. We have tried for quite some time to find a lawyer with the correct answers and interest to follow through with our needs. Mr. Blanton was thorough and attentive.
The organization of documents and the education pertinent to understanding the process and procedure make your firm the leader in estate planning. We are grateful for your patient and courteous advice and assistance.
Your free seminars are extremely helpful & informative. After attending one, my husband and I knew exactly how to proceed and made an appointment. We are 100% satisfied.
C.B.F. is an excellent, professional firm and we are glad to be a client.
I was satisfied with the entire process. Jim took the time to insure that we thought about all the issues and understood the options and implications of those options.
As usual, we were pleased with the level of professional service provided to us by your firm.
Bennie Wall was very patient and explained everything to us. Would highly recommend him for estate planning
The double-sided approach & in the presentation, i.e. explaining the advantages of a trust and listening to our goals took us rapidly to a solution: trusts designed for us, peace of mind and the knowledge we were helped by superb professionals. Thank you.
I was thoroughly impressed with the whole estate plan process from the initial meeting to signing the plan. The attorneys and staff were very interactive with me and provided outstanding service throughout the entire process.
Thank you for your assistance Dick. I always know that my “affairs” are in order after we have met and you have updated my portfolio.
The process we have experienced so far seems well planned and very orderly. It is quite a relief to have your expertise to assist us to fulfill our goals with the financial resources that have been entrusted to us. Thank you to Jim for praying, with and for us, in this process. We look forward to completion of the funding phase and to put our affairs in good order.
