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11/17/23 |
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My experience with Dale Barrett exemplified professionalism, efficiency, responsiveness and thoughtful options for resolution to my issue.
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4/12/22 |
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The case was shuffled from law clerk to law clerk, none of whom knew what they were doing!! Very poor communication and explanations. After 5 months of wasted time and expense, my paperwork was filed and it was incomplete!! Stay away from this firm.
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1/4/21 |
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I contacted Dale because of the free 30-min consult. I wasn't sure if I needed a lawyer and what step I should take from a legal perspective regarding my unique tax issue. He spoke to me in less than 10 minutes with an answer and reassurance that I likely don't need a lawyer. I appreciated his honesty.
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6/10/20 |
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Dale was a pleasure to speak to for a 15 minute consultation. He understood my company's situation clearly and had simple, straightforward answers for me. It was a great conversation! I know where to go if I have future questions or issues.
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3/23/20 |
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Mr. Dale Barrett responded for my request for a phone consultation promptly. He answered all my questions. He did not seek to engage my services and I appreciate his honesty and sincerity.
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10/7/19 |
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The opinion and advice Mr Barrett gave me were to the point, crisp and highly professional. And I deeply appreciate his availability for this kind of free service. If only every lawyer...Thank you,JG
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5/29/19 |
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Dale was able to turn around an agreement for me in under 24 hours as he promised. Very impressed.
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5/21/19 |
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Mr. Barrett was helpful and knowledgeable. He answered my questions
in a manner that was easy to understand and with patience and respect. Mr. Barrett really helped reduce my stress level! Highly recommend!
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5/14/19 |
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Well organized, after 10 months he knew exactly who I was and why I was calling. Communication, was clear and concise. He followed through within hours of the call.
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3/11/19 |
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Just finished a great phone consultation with Mr Barrett and he was very professional and informative. He didn't try to push me into hiring him and I feel he gave me very useful advice for free. I'd certainly recommend to others.
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2/21/19 |
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Had a really good experience with Barrett Law. Dale is an experienced professional and gave clear and comprehensive advice. I would certainly recommend.
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10/23/18 |
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Is it just me, or do the positive reviews listed below appear suspiciously similar? Almost as though they were written by the same sock-puppet?
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8/20/18 |
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I went to Dale for an objection to an assessment. He was able to win the case and he fixed a completely unrelated issue that I wasn’t even aware of. He went above and beyond. Thanks!!!
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8/20/18 |
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What an amazing experience with a lawyer!!! Dale and Darryl saved me over $100K on the challenge of my audit. Everybody should use these lawyers. Highly recommend.
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1/25/18 |
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Mr. Barrett was very thorough when he helped me set up my new cryptocurrency venture so that I could be as tax efficient as possible. I highly recommend that people speak to Mr. Barrett before starting their business.
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1/12/18 |
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I am writing to share my tremendous gratitude for the excellent service Barrett Tax Law provided me. The prompt response to my calls assured me that I was not alone with my appeal. I accredit my success from your knowledge and experience. Thank you. Sharon
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10/4/17 |
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Thank god you got me an awesome settlement so I didn't have to go to trial. Way to go guys!!! Like I said, I'm going to tell everyone! I owe you one. Big time! - one happy camper.
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6/29/17 |
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Dale and his team did a great job on my issue with the CRA. At our initial call, Dale answered all my questions about the process, then his team was very diligent in ensuring all the required documents were completed on time and accurately. I was kept in the loop at all times, and obtained the resolution I needed from the CRA. Thanks!! - James Cochrane
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9/23/16 |
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I received exceptional service from Barrett Tax Law. They were consistently personable, communicative, and attentive to detail.
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8/30/16 |
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Excellent lawyer. Highly recommend - I had a significant issue with CRA and was able to navigate me through the system
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1/20/16 |
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I am glad that I am able to write a positive review about Barrett Tax Law (BTL) as they had proved themselves to me their abilities and service. I was weary at the beginning after reading some past negative reviews about this firm. However, I found in reality that they are competent with a strong team of staff who are knowledgeable and well experienced in tax law and tax reporting. Most of all, a few of BTL staff were extra caring and patient with me - a person who knows nothing about tax law and also with a language barrier. Thanks to Dale and the team. Very much appreciated!
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10/28/14 |
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I was supposed to go to court a few weeks ago and the week before trial Barrett was able to get a really fantastic settlement which meant that I did not have to go to the trial. I was able to take advantage of the entire ABIL amount that was in dispute. Thanks guys!!! Much appreciated!!!
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9/8/14 |
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As I do not deal with tax matters, I send one of my clients to Barrett Tax Law. Mr. Barrett represented my client in a dispute with the CRA and the Ontario Ministry of Finance with fantastic results. I want to thank Dale and his team for a job well done.
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8/10/14 |
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Mr. Barrett was kind enough to meet me in my home due to a broken leg. I met with his staff a number of times at their Vaughan office during my recovery. The service was fantastic and the results were equally impressive. Thanks again. You relieved alot of stress.
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1/7/14 |
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the only thing he was fast for was to get my oney in his pocket, after that it took weeks to get in touch with him and his meeting were at a coffee shop, l dont think he has a office, and never finish what he started
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12/19/13 |
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I am so glad to have the Barrett team to represent me. Money we'll spent. They were able to find ways legally to be able to reduce and or eliminate penalties with the CRA. They know their stuff. Thanks Dale, Jason, Patrick
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8/21/13 |
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I will not bother repeating the other nagative reports but will afirm that the staff talks a good talk (including Dale) to get payment but that is where the ball is dropped. I have extensive experience with law firms and the law and can tell you, that rather than hiring this firm, you are better off representing yourself or finding a small local firm. If it were not for me pushing ths firm and correcting their errors incessantly, they would have completely muddled my file. If you decide to handle your own case, here is a great place to research information; http://www.taxwiki.ca/Tax+Dispute+Portal I'm quite certain that Dale will know who I am so do not fall for any obfuscatory replies inferring that I am a jealous law firm. I have documented every mistep along the way.
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8/6/13 |
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I had a good experience with Mr. Barrett. So convenient in fact, that I never had to meet face to face! This was perfect for my needs and was not a rip off at all (as some say below). Thank you!
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2/4/13 |
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Mr Barrett met with me at his office in the financial district in downtown Toronto on a few occasions. From the first consultation (which was on the phone), I got a great sense of comfort from him and throughout the last year and a bit, he has provided great service. Whenever the CRA sends me a letter, he responds. I have not had a frozen bank account or wage garnishee in well over a year. So far, so good. I tried another lawyer first - you have all heard about him on his ads and billboards - what a waste of time. All that happened was I helped him pay for more billboards and he did nothing for me. Anyway, I am rambling. Thanks again for the hard work. I don't know why the last comment thought u did not have an office. The UPS is obviously a mail drop. I have left a box of papers for him there.
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11/27/12 |
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We retained Barett almost 2 years ago with a frightening amount due to the cra. We only ever communicated through email, asked on numerous occasions to meet in person, had 2 phone conversations and that didnt help. I honlestly believe in my opinion that this lawyer works with the cra not his client. took forever to get a responce,delt only with assistants, maybe 1 or 2 times emails from Dale himself, and even that we cant be too sure about. He didnt reduce any thing, no penalites no interest, we paid almost 10,000 just for an tax accountant to refile and some emails, and still contamplating bankruptcy! he did not fight for us, he backed down everytime cra came at him. We could have had our taxes re filed from an accountant for less that half what we paid him for!..you have problems see a CA first and dont waste your time and money. Finally found "a real lawyer" who is going to actually go to court and fight for us. We were told by other lawyers Dale hung us out to dry!
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5/7/12 |
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Had a free phone consult with Dale this morning. I had what I thought was an unsurmountable tax problem that has had me sleepless for weeks. But after considering the information I provided on my situation, Dale assured me I was not in a situation that would result in any problems, and in the remote chance CRA did come calling, he told me what information to provide to clarify the issue. Hopefully he is correct and I will not have to put his advice to the test. In a half hour phone call I can only rate Knowledge and Communications skills, however he did do some "real time" checking on certain situations during the call, so I'm exptrapolating his Tenacity, Quality and Value will be 5's. Perhaps I'll be able to get some sleep tonight!
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3/1/12 |
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Dale's team helped with my audit and cut my bill in half saving us thousands of dollars. He also helped us with a voluntary disclosure which resulted in no criminal charges or penalties being added. Dale and his team were great.
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