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Slater & Gordon asbestos lawyers, provide superior asbestos related legal information and assistance for mesothelioma & asbestos related diseases sufferers.

The below depicts actual letters sent to the Slater & Gordon asbestos team, either via online or hard copy means:

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"Last year you acted on behalf of my Dad and successfully negotiated compensation for him in relation to his Mesothelioma. Dad passed away in April due to complications arising from his cancer. He went peacefully with his family by his side. Dad put up an enormous fight and surpassed his life expectancy by at least 12 months. This would not have been possible without the Alimta treatment, and in turn, would not have been possible without the arrangements made by Slater & Gordon. It's as simple as that.
It is impossible to express the impact of the extra time afforded to Dad. It meant he was able to experience things which were to him very significant, for example seeing his eldest grandchild attend his first day at school. It also gave him, his family and friends the ability to do and share the little things in life on a day to day basis and out of those days came some beautiful acts of love and kindness.
On a functional level, the compensation had a radical impact on his lifestyle. He was able to move closer to his family, friends and hospital and most importantly know that my mother would be secure once he passed away.
You should be so proud of yourselves for advocating for people who don't have a voice. And in fact, not only do you advocate, but the manner in which you conduct yourselves is exceptional. Our family really felt that you had a very strong understanding of the emotions surrounding this truly horrible time.
It's a grim disease but your firm and it's people have an enormously positive impact on sufferer's lives. So when you are having a bad day at the office, please pull this note out of your bottom draw because what you do every day is real to people like us."

A letter to Claire Setches (lawyer, Melbourne) Rose Bilgin (Senior Legal Assistant) and Dominic Smith (Support Team Leader) following a successful claim for asbestos compensation.

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"Now the euphoria of the 'great news' has settled. I felt I should formally convey to you both our grateful thanks and appreciation for the efforts you put into achieving a really outstanding outcome. We were also delighted with the very personal and caring approach that we received in all of the communication from you both over the past months. It is gratifying to be treated as people rather than 'just clients'."

A letter to Suzanne Sandford (lawyer, Melbourne) and Tracy Madden (Articled Clerk, Melbourne) following a successful claim for asbestos compensation.

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"Just wanted to send a note of thanks on behalf of my family for your invaluable help and assistance in handling Dad's claim. You helped to make the whole process as easy as it could be in the circumstances and without putting undue pressure on my father. I never ceased to be amazed at the genuine compassion that you and the other Slater & Gordon staff I dealt with showed each time we had contact. Invariably the first question I was asked was how was Dad doing, followed by their best wishes. As I once said to you, I never envied your job, knowing that most clients were never far from death. Thank you also for the card you sent on dad's passing."

A letter to Suzanne Sandford (lawyer, Melbourne) following a successful claim for asbestos compensation.

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“We were aware of the gaps in my mother's claim from day 1 and were it not for the professional support and advice we received from your company at the outset, we may not have proceeded. From the time Peter Gordon explained the No Win No Fee procedure, we were comfortable in going forward. We felt that we were kept informed throughout the case, and your staff were positive and pro-active…

… Showing compassion whilst dealing with legalities must be difficult, but your team does it well. We came to your company because of your reputation in these cases and the result exceeded our expectations. Congratulations and thankyou.”

A letter to our Melbourne office following a successful claim for asbestos compensation.

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“My wife and I would like to pass on our sincere thanks to you and all the staff at your office for the very professional and kind approach you shared during my case for compensation due to the asbestos related disease I have developed. We would especially like to thank Graham Pellen for the way he conducted the case, always keeping us well informed and treating us with the upmost respect. We found him very approachable and the case was handled in a very logical, practical and workman like manner. Once again many thanks. “

A letter to our Adelaide office following a successful claim for asbestos compensation.

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“Please accept this small gift with my grateful thanks for your help with my late husband's claim. I realise it is your job but your kindness and thoughtfulness went beyond the job classification. [My husband] was greatly comforted and relieved that the claim went through before his death. I wish all organisations were as efficient and caring as yourselves.

Your office always returned our calls and your assistant, Megan went out of her way to be helpful and caring. Many thanks from myself and all my family.“

A letter to Tim Hammond (lawyer, Perth) following a successful claim for asbestos compensation.

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“… This is just a short note to thank you and your staff for the service and consideration in a recent case which has now settled. Claire Setches whom handled this case must be congratulated on her professionalism, caring and support during this testing time. I feel people of her calibre are few and far between these days.

I would also like to thank Rose Bilgin for her help and understanding.”

A letter to Peter Gordon (Senior Partner, Melbourne) following a successful claim for asbestos compensation.

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“We just wanted to send you a little note to thankyou very much for all you've done for mum and for caring attitude you showed whilst doing your job. It's been very much appreciated.”

A letter to Margaret Kent (lawyer, Melbourne) following a successful claim for asbestos compensation.

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“On behalf of my family and myself, I would like to thank you sincerely for your assistance in obtaining justice for my dear husband in his painful illness and ultimate loss of life. From the prompt response to our initial enquiry, to the efficient, sensitive and professional manner in which you and your staff handled the case, it has been of the highest possible standard.

Litigation is something which I would normally shun, but in this case, it was important to ensure that through cases such as this, businesses will come to know that they must be up front and responsible when marketing products which may be potentially dangerous.

Your firm should rightly be very proud of you Suzanne and we wish you the very best for your future, both professionally and personally.”

A letter to Suzanne Sandford (lawyer, Melbourne) following a successful claim for asbestos compensation.

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“Thankyou for everything you have striven to achieve for our benefit. I want you to know that your efforts did/have lightened [my husband’s] and my emotional and financial worries. Your card of condolence was very much appreciated - thankyou so much. What you have done, irrespective of being 'business' is GOOD. You can stand PROUD!”

A letter to Claire Setches (lawyer, Melbourne) following a successful claim for asbestos compensation.

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“I would like to thank you for all the work you have done on our behalf re: my compensation case with the Commonwealth Government. You made it very painless and worry free for us, needless to say the money will be put to good use, paying my ongoing medical expenses and house hold maintenance worry free.

Would you please pass on to the Management of Slater & Gordon our thanks to one and all.”

A letter to Margaret Kent (lawyer, Melbourne) following a successful claim for asbestos compensation.

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“Many thanks from the family and myself, not only for the cheque I received in settlement, but for your efforts in achieving such a result. [My husband] was very reluctant to be involved initially, but your manner in dealing with us all was much appreciated. I'm sure he would be wearing a happy smile.”

A letter to Claire Setches (lawyer, Melbourne) following a successful claim for asbestos compensation.

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“Can't thank you enough for successfully securing our settlement. Thanks also for making the procedure so stress free for myself.”

A letter to Tim Hammond (lawyer, Perth) following a successful claim for asbestos compensation.

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“May we take this opportunity to thank you and Slater & Gordon for all your work in regards to our claim. The process was simple, speedy and effortless for which we are grateful.”

I just wanted to say a big Thank You for representing us on behalf of James. We deeply appreciate all you have done for us.”

A letter to Stephen Plunkett (lawyer, Morwell) following a successful claim for asbestos compensation.

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“…From my mother & our family we wish to thank you and your team for all the hard work and help in this case. My mum wishes to personally thank you for making such a complex matter seem easy and with as little fuss and involvement as possible. She felt very comfortable in dealing with you especially in the manner on how this case would be handled that was very important to her.

It has been a trying time for us all with many more hard hurdles to cross. We have had the most important question answered on how this occurred and obtained restitution from the responsible party.

Thank you and rest assured your efforts will never be forgotten.”