Reviews

I hired Attorney Grafstein for bankruptcy. He answered all of my questions and provided me with everything I needed for an informed decision. He was clear about what I needed to provide him in terms of information, which was extremely easy to get to him electronically. He and his paralegal were extraordinarily helpful and proficient in their work. He was also very informative about the court date and what I needed to bring and do that day. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

I consulted with Joel for over a year prior to filing bankruptcy since my case was very complicated. He met with me and consulted with me the entire period until I filed. All of his advice led up to my being able to file and discharge all of my debt, which was considerable and of various sorts, including taxes. Without his knoweldge of the intracacies of the bankruptcy code, it could not have been accomplished. I have referred many others to Joel and all have had a similar experience. I certianly recommend him as an expert bankruptcy attorney. And, he happens to be very nice guy, which is always a plus.

Atty Grafstein did not complete all of our paperwork and failed us. He did only what he had to in order to complete our Bankruptcy and collect his check. When it came to completing paperwork after the bankruptcy, something that we paid him to do, he failed. Our calls and emails were ignored. His work was far from thorough. Don't waste your money with him.

Atty Gary Friedle represented me last year in my divorce after 17 years. With all the knowledge I provided him with, he did an amazing job in my settlement! He is still looking out for me and my well being by helping me with other issues that I have encountered post divorce. GO Atty Friedle!!!

In the late 1990's I knew I was in trouble. We were in such trouble that a foreclosure sign went up on the house. This was the end. We contacted Mr Grafstein's office. They could not have been kinder nor more efficient at the time. One of the most calming things Mr Grafstein said to me was "Its all about money, not about you". It helped me, personally through. Our initial filing was Ch13 and included us both. It was not a lot of money, less than $35,000 in all but enough to cause constant and unremitting problems; a nut we could not crack. When it became obvious that I would have to go 7 for the business, the refiling and redoing of the papers was handled excellently by the office, with frequent contacts about when to do what, and whom to contact. I hope never to have to experience that feeling of needing to go bankrupt; however, should I, I would highly recommend this attorney and his office. I might add that 10 years out, the State of Connecticut, a participant in the original federal 7 settlement, reared its ugly head looking for settlement from the corporation, now closed since April 2000. Mr. Grafstein has been sure and quick to help.

Atty Grafstein handled my case in 2001. He actually didn't 'push' me into filing as did ( other ) attorneys- who barely knew the 'facts' of my case before 'assuring' me that 'bankruptcy...was the way to go...' Mr. Grafstein spent time reviewing my situation and even inquired if there might 'be a way' for me to somehow work with my creditors before filing. It was only after I showed him that I'd tried ( to little avail ) that he filed on my behalf. It was a totally smooth event with very little if any stress and the fee was extremely reasonable ( he allowed me to make I believe, 3 separate payments ) and kept working despite the fact the fee was not payed in full. I don't know WHY this lawyer was reprimanded in the mid 90's.... I think it's far from possible to please everyone and my guess is that there was some client who was really the headache...