Blake Law Group, P.C. 521 West Main Street, Belleville, IL 62220

"A health care power of attorney and a property power of attorney were prepared for me by Blake Behme Links Raney, P.C. They explained to me that the power of attorney allows for me to identify an agent, whether a family member or friend that can act on my behalf, including in the event I am at a hospital receiving treatment and/or if I am unable to make decisions for myself at that time. They also explained to me that in regard to the power of attorney for property, that has to do with finances and related matters, including in the event I am in an accident and I am unable to make financial decisions for myself. In regard to the power of attorney for health care, it was explained to me that in the event that I needed a guardian at some point, including pursuant to a Court proceeding, that the person identified as my agent in the power of attorney for health care, can be nominated by me to be appointed as my guardian. In addition to the power of attorney for health care and the power of attorney for property, Blake Behme Links Raney, P.C. also prepared for me a Last Will and Testament. They explained to me that a Last Will and Testament comes into effect upon my death, when the power of attorney for health care and the power of attorney for property, are no longer in effect."

"Ed Blake prepared a will and power of attorneys for me. I had not been involved in that process before and he explained the advantages of those documents to me and answered any questions I had. Sometimes when a person is not familiar with legal documents, experienced attorney is available to make sure the client understands everything. In particular, Blake Behme Links Raney, P.C. agreed to answer any questions I had at any time in regard to the drafts. They are very courteous and professional in regard to rendering legal service. In regard to the health care power of attorney, they explained to me that primarily was used for situations when I am on a life support system and I have appointed a loved one as my agent to make key decisions with respect to continuation of life support or other matters. This has always been a concern of mine. They also prepared a property power of attorney. It was explained to me that it basically has to do with a situation whereby if I am in an auto accident, and not be able to exercise my mental health faculties, my agent would be in the position to step in and handle my finances and other matters, without the cost having to go to court in regard to a guardianship or other type of legal proceeding. Blake Behme Links Raney, P.C. explained to me that having these types of documents in place, that could save substantial amounts of money in the future, in the event matters arise which although not certain to occur in the near future, will probably occur at some point down the road. I felt very comfortable with their recommendations and advice. I believe I understand the documents that they prepared. If I do not, they have assured to me that at any point in the future they are more than willing to sit down with me, at no cost, and answer any questions or provide any further explanation as I may request."

"Jeanna Raney exudes professionalism. She advocates with confidence, providing fair and sensible advise. Excellent family law attorney!"

"Padded bill. Not direct with work on case to end successfully always more money $8000 and no professional court prepared action. poor attitude of a devious wants $$$ Avoids the work. Do not do not hire this firm."

"Had a very bad experience with the receptionist. Oh I'm sorry, she said she was neither a receptionist nor paralegal, simply a legal assistant with no formal legal background ( fron what she said). She proceeded to inform me that they don't take my particular case, before I even said what the case was. Now after working as a paralegal for 3 years, I can say her attitude was very confusing, rigid, and rude. Few times in my career have I been hung up on, but she did so with such shrillness it was uncomfortable. I don't care what the manner is, I wouldn't trust my case with people I can't even trust my time with. She gave off the sense that they aren't here to help, they just want money. If you don't at first resemble that, they will hang up with no problem. Beware of these sort of offices. Don't waste your money."