Karen Ann McCormack, experienced Family Law, Probate attorney in Fairfield, CT with 16 reviews
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Karen Ann McCormack

53 Unquowa Pl, Fairfield, CT

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1995:
Quinnipiac College, JD - Juris Doctor
1988:
Fairfield University, BS - Bachelor of Science

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4.5 16 reviews
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Patrick

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30 Sep, 2020
without a doubt, my case turned my way with retaining Attny McCormack. A judge complimented me in open court with having retained such an experienced and respected attorney. Opposition knew immediately no games could be played anymore and resolution that was in the best interest of my minor child.
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Marc

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11 Mar, 2019
Karen took on a very difficult Probate case on my behalf. She fought hard for me for over two years and prevailed. Whenever I had questions regarding the case or was simply having a tough time overall, Karen was there to help. VERY fair fee structure. Thank you again Karen !
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Mark

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22 Jan, 2018
I hired Attorney McCormack to represent me in a divorce case. She helped me through the process and made it a bit more bearable to handle. She was always there to offer advice and encouragement when I needed it most. And she is very fair in her pricing and billing unlike so many other horror stories that I have heard about from friends and co-workers who went through the same thing. She is the best!
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Pros
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Excellent communication and responsiveness
“She responded quickly and professionally to my phone calls and emails.”
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Compassionate and understanding approach
“She is a very friendly and compassionate person and I will definitely use her in the future and will refer my friends and family to her.”
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Effective at achieving desired outcomes
“My divorce went according to how Karen said it would go!”
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Fights hard for her clients' interests
“She fought hard for me for over two years and prevailed.”
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Fair and transparent fee structure
“VERY fair fee structure.”
Cons
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Unprofessional conduct in some cases
“she was only unprofessional in every way imaginable! she takes your money, does absolutely nothing, shows up.late for.court not prepared,disoriented.and then.insists you fire her!”
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Occasional lack of preparedness
“she shows up.late for.court not prepared,disoriented.”

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