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Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice, Purtz, Smith & Smith, P.A.

Updated 2026-09-27 · 3,170 reviewed · 116 listed · Scored from 83 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(83) 87 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Real Estate & Property LawFree ConsultationForeclosure Defense Litigation
Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice, Purtz, Smith & Smith, P.A.
Location
Hancock, Cape Coral
Services
Real Estate & Property Law, Free Consultation, Foreclosure Defense Litigation
Reviews
83
Best for
People who value direct attorney communication and in-person meetings over large firm convenience.

Google Business Profile is the source for the business data shown here, last checked 2026-09-27. Details taken from their website were fetched 2026-09-27.

What reviewers think

Clients consistently report being treated as individuals rather than case numbers. Staff including Diana Marin and attorneys Andrea Smith and Christopher Smith answer calls same-day, meet face to face, and explain the process clearly. Several reviewers specifically contrasted this firm's responsiveness and in-person commitment against larger national brands that ghosted them.

Cases resolve with prompt communication at each stage. Bilingual staff support Spanish speakers. The team handles accident injury claims with visible diligence, from document recovery to settlement negotiation. One client took over a year being neglected elsewhere before Goldstein Buckley turned around a case others declined.

Praised for
  • responsive communication
  • compassionate approach
  • knowledgeable representation
  • personal attention over volume
  • follow-through on commitments
responsive-communicationcompassionateknowledgeableprofessional-staffsuccessful-outcomeaggressive-advocatethorough-explanation
Best for: People who value direct attorney communication and in-person meetings over large firm convenience.
Think twice if: The data does not show specific wait-time or timeline complaints, so no grounded caveat applies.

Strengths

  • Same-day phone and email response
  • Face-to-face meetings, not remote-only
  • Bilingual case management (Spanish)
  • Attorneys named on cases stay assigned

Worth knowing

  • Diana Marin serves as case manager and appears on initial client calls
  • Andrea Smith and Christopher Smith are named litigating attorneys
  • Office operates 7 days listed
  • Board Certified attorneys by Florida Bar per their website
  • One client waited over a year at another firm before this firm recovered and won their case

What reviews say by service

Free Consultation
Clients report initial meetings felt welcoming and thorough, with no pressure or rush.
Real Estate & Property Law
Reviews do not address real estate law services; all mention personal injury and accident cases.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.56 average across the 81 real estate & property law businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 80% of the businesses in this directory.

How did this business earn its score?

Ranking Method
Star rating 84
Review volume 84
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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3
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2
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Questions people ask

Do they offer in-person meetings or do I meet lawyers by phone only?
Reviewers consistently report face-to-face meetings in private conference rooms. The firm will also schedule video calls if requested.
Is someone at the firm bilingual?
Yes. Diana Marin and other staff speak Spanish and English, which reviewers specifically noted as helpful for legal matters.
If I call with a question, how fast will I hear back?
Reviewers report same-day replies to calls and emails. One client stated they received answers every day they contacted the firm.
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Last updated 2026-09-27