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Richard J Shapiro

23 Hubbard Rd, Wilton, CT

Criminal Defense Family Law Real Estate +3

2.7/5

1.0

1 Reviews

4.4

16 Reviews

26 Mar, 2024 by Tom surace

The most knowledgeable and friendly attorney.

17 Dec, 2022 by Millie phillips

Phononimal Attorney

09 Dec, 2022 by Anonymous

Absolutely disappointing! I called for legal advice regarding a property investment instead I was flooded with personal opinions. Initially when I met Mr. Shapiro, I thought he was a nice guy however after my second verbal encounter with him, he revealed his true character. I am a young black female entrepreneur and Mr. Shapiro referred to people who use my strategy to invest in real estate as "bottom feeders." Absolutely horrifying, disheartening and unprofessional! He also made Trump references during our discussion after admitting that he did not know much about my method of investing. What makes this even worse is that he partners with the Bridgeport Neighborhood Trust which mostly serves families of color in the community. Bottom line, we as black entrepreneurs especially in the Bridgeport area have to stick together to invest in our city and push it forward towards its full potential in real estate because they really don't want us to win out here! Let us network with one another and form groups/partnerships to achieve financial success together as a community. There is plenty of untapped wealth in the Bridgeport area to go around. Let's build the future of Bridgeport together!

Regina A. Allocco

1177 High Ridge Road, Stamford, CT

Family Law +1

2.6/5

1.0

1 Reviews

4.2

10 Reviews

15 Apr, 2024 by Robert walsh

I've been utilizing Attorney Allocco's legal services for over four years now, particularly in the realm of Family law, and I couldn't be more satisfied. From the very beginning, Attorney Allocco demonstrated an unparalleled level of professionalism, empathy, and expertise that instantly put me at ease during what was initially a daunting process. I wholeheartedly recommend Attorney Allocco to anyone in need of legal representation in Family law. Her unwavering dedication, expertise, and compassionate approach truly make her stand out in the field. I am grateful for her support over the years and cannot thank her enough for her outstanding service.

15 Apr, 2024 by Crimar meddel135

They are not in the location they have on the internet. No response to phone calls or messages. Horrible service.

04 May, 2023 by Katrina kelly

Allocco & Anderson LLC, was truly exceptional in handling the recent sale of my home. Responsive, knowledgeable and immensely patient with my seemingly endless questions. They made the whole process seem easy!

Katherine Polak

1177 High Ridge Rd, Stamford, CT

Car Accident Criminal Defense Immigration +1 +4

2.6/5

1.0

1 Reviews

4.2

10 Reviews

15 Apr, 2024 by Robert walsh

15 Apr, 2024 by Crimar meddel135

They are not in the location they have on the internet. No response to phone calls or messages. Horrible service.

04 May, 2023 by Katrina kelly

Timothy Francis Sullivan

228 Meadow Street, Waterbury, CT

Personal Injury Probate Real Estate +3

2.6/5

2.6

5 Reviews

01 Jul, 2024 by Kyle oneil

On time and good communication! Helped me from day one even. Very knowledgable and explained everything.

01 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous

I hired Tim to represent me on a "gun possession" charge which was a BB Gun. My brother gave him the legal precedent to have the case thrown out and he never once scheduled a meeting with us. Did not return my calls or texts. Just went to court, got continuances, and told me see ya later. No strategy, No compassion, just out for the money.

22 Dec, 2023 by Anonymous

We hired Tim to defend my case. His communication skills are awful. He barely returned any phone calls or texts. He left me in court alone with no representation. We asked multiple times for a sit down with Tim and got nothing. He never explained our case to us or sat down to investigate anything. Hire this man if you want to waste your money and end up hiring another lawyer anyway. We asked for some of our money back and he told us to get lost.

Frank Joseph Romeo III

801 Maple Avenue, Hartford, CT

Family Law Real Estate +2

2.6/5

2.6

5 Reviews

10 Dec, 2021 by Linda

If you want to pay money to have your calls and emails go unanswered, watch your attorney defend the actions of someone they should be holding in contempt and go months without seeing your kid only to be told to “keep waiting until court” and “find solutions”, hire him.

21 Mar, 2017 by Brian

Frank is an excellent attorney who cares about his clients. I was happy that I hired him. He helped me more than once and went the distance to get things thrown out in court. He knows his stuff. I recommend using Frank if you have a problem.

23 Feb, 2015 by Anonymous

I had a messy case where another attorney took sides with my ex - then left me out to dry. Frank took the case, cleaned up the mess - and turned what looked like a hopeless situation into something favorable for me. Frank did an outstanding job.

Stacey L Pitcher

100 Pearl Street, Hartford, CT

Civil Rights Government +2

2.5/5

1.0

1 Reviews

4.1

23 Reviews

12 Apr, 2024 by Jeffrey hill

30 Jan, 2024 by Adi

Miss Priya Kiran is excellent with her expertise and professionalism. Her expertise and clear guidance were invaluable during my challenging time. Her professionalism and prompt attention to detail greatly relieved my concerns, and I am sincerely appreciative of her support throughout this process. It was really a pleasure working with Miss Priya Kiran. Cordell & Cordell was very responsive to my case and kept me well informed about the progress made on my behalf. I’m very pleased with their service !

18 Jan, 2024 by Jesus collins

Avoid!! Worse experience ever! This company WILL charge you for every little thing and the service is horrible. I went with another attorney and the experience was 100 times better. Look else where please.

Amy J Horowitz

20 Pierson Grn, Cromwell, CT

Criminal Defense Real Estate +2

2.5/5

2.3

6 Reviews

2.8

7 Reviews

18 Jul, 2023 by A

Spoke to me with complete disrespect. Asking if I can even afford her fees. Absolutely rude.

29 Aug, 2022 by Tom short

03 Aug, 2022 by Joel leyden

Bruce W Diamond

365 Highland Ave # Sui102, Cheshire, CT

Estate Planning Family Law Litigation +3

2.4/5

1.0

1 Reviews

3.8

6 Reviews

14 May, 2024 by Richard ogurick

Bruce and his staff are extremely competent, professional, and accommodating. We are very fortunate to have established a working relationship with his practice.

14 May, 2024 by Don walsh

Bruce is an exellent attorney. He is thorough, kind and compassionate and I wouldn't hesitate to call him again for anything. He has helped me for personal needs, business neeeds and for a charity I run. He knows the law! I highly recommend.

14 May, 2024 by Teresia o'hala

Bruce Diamond has been extremely helpful and kind in supporting our journey of becoming a nonprofit organization. He has consistently been reliable, knowledgeable and professional. We couldn't ask for a better attorney to represent the needs of A Kinder Ground Nonprofit Organization. I highly recommend Bruce Diamond for any legal services you may have!

Margaret M Bozek

433 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT

Child Custody Family Law Mediation +3

2.3/5

2.3

6 Reviews

21 Sep, 2021 by Anonymous

This woman does not handle court cases regarding safety of children well at all she is only worried about herself and does not communicate well not sure how she became an attorney but incompetent is the best way to describe this woman do not hire her you will be sadly disappointed

07 Jun, 2018 by Annie bobbitt

I was just recommending Atty Bozek to a friend and was shocked the see the reviews on this site. She acted as the guardian at litem for my step-daughter 11 years ago and was the most fantastic caring helpful attorney I have ever met. She helped our family but most of all she helped my daughter get out of a very hard situation and is a big reason that she is the strong, self-confident successful adult that she is today. Don't listen to these other people.

19 May, 2017 by Anonymous

Horribly incompetent. Removed from my case. She is simply incompetent and has no interests in clients. She has a horrible reputation in the courts and among her fellow attorneys. Do not hire her,. Do your research.

Matthew James Costello

108 Oak Stree, Hartford, CT

Criminal Defense +1

2.3/5

2.3

6 Reviews

30 Jan, 2023 by Anonymous

I was simply trying to figure out what was going on with my boyfriends cases he was telling me to just Google what I need answers for and was telling me to be logical. It’s a very serious case and he’s completely lost in it he also hung up the phone call on me when I simply wanted to be up to date with everything that’s going on with my boyfriends case.

15 Dec, 2020 by Healthcare professional

Beware of Matt J Costello a difficult attorney who: • Drags out cases by being unresponsive or intentionally antagonistic in his responses. • Adds fuel to the fire to extend cases and force litigation. • Seem to charge huge sums for little work or poor quality work. • Appears in court unprepared and he commands little respect from the court. • Abuses substances that diminish his abilities and effectiveness. • Treats everyone poorly including his clients.

09 Dec, 2020 by U s navy veteran

This individual doesn't follow through on tasks. Comes unprepared trying to wing it in proceedings. Leaves the court more confused and his history of working for the state plays into him getting over 650 accused found guilty cases due to his contract with the government. Look at his case history never protected a client or defended them to a not guilty disposition. How incompetent characters like this are tolerated is beyond belief. Guess this is why attorneys get bad raps because nobody holds them accountable til now. See you Matt at the trial for your removal from the bar degenerate.

Elizabeth Stuckal

83 Flower House Dr, Fairfield, CT

Probate +1

2.3/5

2.3

3 Reviews

09 Feb, 2017 by Anonymous

She was court appointed conservator For many years we didn't even know what she looked like . When she finally stepped up do the job I found her to be very alienating. Her fees are on the high side. Not a good fit for our family or the elder relative she was assigned to represent she actually scared him at one point with his living arrangement. Run don't walk

09 May, 2015 by Eli

Prompt service - returned all calls ASAP and got it done right at a reasonable price. A real wizard at Probate and Real Estate. We've used her a number of times with reliable results. The best at the price.

13 Feb, 2013 by R

What can you say about a person that over SEVEN YEARS, NEVER returned a telephone call, NEVER answered a letter, NEVER answered an email, NEVER answered a fax, NEVER provided documentation that you asked for, NEVER corrected written or arithmetic mistakes, NEVER explained her actions or inactions on a matter and NEVER acted in even the most remotely professional matter? How about charging $250 per hour each month to pay a $20 telephone bill each month when a bookkeeper could be hired at 1/10 of that hourly rate? Or leaving furniture in storage for years irreparably damaging it because she was too indifferent to address it? But then there is also the intentional bill padding and bills that don't add up and that are never corrected. Then there is the complete indifference and refusal to call a next-of-kin to report a serious illness or stroke of a loved one, and then telling the nurse (who wants to call) that she doesn't have your telephone number, or telling the court that she doesn't have your mailing address (lying about it in the process). If that is not enough, how about losing a loved-ones will and completely ignoring your requests for information about her billing (and paying herself from the estate)? What about never actually visiting the client and then to resign to allow a more competent and responsive Attorney to serve the needs of a loved one and while completely refusing to communicate in any way for seven years with the next of kin? Well there is all this and so much more awaiting you if you consider hiring Ms. Stuckal. But she won't be honest enough to tell you. The real question is, why would you ever even consider hiring someone like this? Hopefully you won't! Your family members will thank you for it!

Steven Philip Kulas

246 Bank St, Seymour, CT

Probate +1

2.3/5

2.3

3 Reviews

18 Jan, 2018 by Elizabeth

This attorney was referred to us by friends, thinking he would be reputable, this was not the case. It took years for Mr. Kulas to settle a car accident case. My husband was injured, and Mr. Kulas did not speak up for him at any point. My husband would have to retrieve all his medical records, insurance information, etc. When it was time for a Deposition, Mr. Kulas could not make it because he claimed he had family issues and this prolonged the case. When Mr. Kulas finally appeared in court, he did not defend my husband's medical bills and claims at all. Mr. Kulas took the side of the insurance company. My husband received less than what his medical bills amounted to, and this is due to Mr. Kulas not representing his client, he did not go above and beyond at any point and appeared to do nothing to represent his client. If you need a personal injury attorney, make sure you read reviews, and know if the attorney is willing to work in your best interest.

27 Jun, 2017 by Anonymous

Steve managed my grandmother's estate through probate. He was punctual and knowledgeable. He also has managed our wills and did a great job. Came to my house when I couldn't travel too.

23 Jun, 2011 by Charles

For more than 4 years our family has awaited the settlement of a relative decedant's estate,within the portion of uncontested, unclaimed accounts with the state treasury department. We have provided this attorney with information, have supported,have encouraged, have politely asked, and lately, prodded him to resolve this matter. We have all had to hire additonal attorneys to get him to do his job. He has acted in a careless, ineffective and unknowledgeable manner. He has not communicated adequately to any party involved, has not provided us with backup documentation, and used sorry excuses. He has raised more issues with his own credibility than one requires to cause serious doubt in his ability. He told a few of us "that we would have a hard time with getting our inheritance from the State Treasury dept, as they are using our money for other things". Every other laywer we have spoken to says this is impossible and a call to the state treasury dept. has confirmed this as well. Furthermore we have questions about the probate system and the way it works. We have asked the judge to remove this attorney as fiduciary fully knowing he has shown up to probate hearings without records, or even a pen, while one benificiary has made her way from Maine to CT for these monthly hearings. We have asked for permission to speak with the state regarding all claims, to this date this attorney has not fullfilled this request while we require his permission.This attorney has called attention to himself in negative ways, raising issues of competency and trust. We have been informed by our additional counsel that this simple matter regarding this estate could have been settled easily by any of us within an average 30 day period. The value of investmest opportunities we could have made on this money has been lost as well.

Eric Matthew Janney

12 Roosevelt Ave, Mystic, CT

Estate Planning Probate Real Estate +3

2.3/5

2.3

3 Reviews

14 Jul, 2022 by Anonymous

An issue that should have been resolved easily became much more involved (and costly) with his poor handling. I should have listen to my gut instinct and tried to resolve my disagreement with the other party on my own. I'l be hiring an attorney to look in his behavior

30 May, 2018 by Anonymous

Eric was well-versed in the legal matters as well as super helpful through the process of writing my will.

17 May, 2016 by Anonymous

An issue that should have been resolved easily became much more involved (and costly) with his poor handling of basic real estate issues. I should have listen to my gut instinct and tried to resolve my disagreement with the other party on my own. Hiring representation only made the matter more confusing and adversarial.

Jonathan J Einhorn

129 Whitney Ave, New Haven, CT

Civil Rights Criminal Defense Personal Injury +3

2.3/5

2.3

3 Reviews

09 Mar, 2022 by Anonymous

Jonathan is a superb criminal defense lawyer. I have referred him several clients in the past, and they have all been satisfied with his representation. He kept me and the clients informed of the process of the case at all times. I highly recommend him.

02 Oct, 2016 by Richard

Took my sons case and failed to appear in court once, then failed to appear at an appointment with my son the day before my son's appearance in court. His office said he was off that day. Did not discuss the case with my son after the initial consultation which he promised a lot. My son is now in prison as this man did very little in his defense.

01 Jan, 2015 by Anonymous

Hired this attorney to protect me against forfeiture by government. He took a large retainer, did little work and few hours on my case. Made promises at initial consultation and did not protect me legally at all. After beginning the case, rarely responded even to phone calls.

Sefton Neil Brown Jr

135 Elm Street, Bridgeport, CT

Criminal Defense Foreclosure Personal Injury +3

2.3/5

2.3

3 Reviews

11 Apr, 2024 by Corey

This man is a poor excuse for a lawyer. He should work for the D.A not his clients. If you get him get ready to take a plea. I rather defend myself!!!

10 Mar, 2024 by Anonymous

I wouldn't recommend him. Unprofessional and doesn't show much interest in defending me. Doesn't answer phone currently. I'm going to give him more time let's see if my review changes

11 Nov, 2016 by Anonymous

He really tells you what can happen and what the best way to go.Excellent

Joshua O Balter

Balter Law, LLC, Branford, CT

Family Law Personal Injury +2

2.0/5

2.0

21 Reviews

19 Aug, 2024 by Don

Do Not Hire this lawyer for your family lawyer, he has moved to happy even after firm. He closed his firm due to no staff present in the office. Josh never got anything correct. He will not be a good fit for you! Do not hire this man for your family lawyer!

28 Nov, 2023 by Liz

I can not recommend Josh Balter enough. He completely changed the trajectory of my life and my daughter’s life. He was with me every step of the way. He made sure I knew everything that was happening and was comfortable with every decision that was being made. I love that his only focus is family law it is truly what makes him a stand out lawyer. I don’t think I would be where I am today with our having Josh on my side. I am eternally grateful to Josh for all he did for my Daughter. He put her at ease and we never have to worry like we did before. If you’re looking for a family law lawyer look no further than Josh Balter. I’ve is one of a kind. A truly special attorney. Josh, thank you. You changed our life.

22 Nov, 2023 by Keith l

Working with Mr. Balter was a complete nightmare. He was unresponsive to my calls and emails and seemed to have little interest in my case. When I did finally manage to speak with him, he was rude and dismissive, making me feel like my concerns were unwarranted. He charged exorbitant fees for minimal work and did not seem to have my best interests at heart. I would not recommend Balter Law, LLC to anyone in need of legal representation.

Thomas Salvatore Fiorentino

773 Main St, Manchester, CT

Child Custody Estate Planning Real Estate +3

2.0/5

2.0

4 Reviews

27 Jul, 2024 by Anonymous

Tom was great to me and my family in a custody battle! He supported us and did what was best for our family. Thank you Tom!

03 Apr, 2020 by Anonymous

It has been a few years since the dissolution of my marriage (divorce). As time seems, as the expression goes, to have healed most wounds. I still reflect on the poor, unmotivated legal representation that Attorney Fiorentino provided me. As I've never been divorced before, this experience was quite foreign to me. I listened to Attorney Fiorentino intently and inspite of some in trepidation and my little voice telling me this attorney with whom I'm paying thousands of dollars to advocate and find a just and equitable resolution was an awful disappointment. I would highly encourage anyone looking for someone to stand in your corner to protect you and some of your assets, look elsewhere. This attorney didn't seem to care about this ordinary, everyday, run of the mill divorce and the client he was paid to represent.

14 Dec, 2017 by A

Words can’t express how deceitful Tom Fiorentino was in my case. Tom cost me my family. If you want a good result, do not hire Tom Fiorentino. He failed to follow up, he only sought money, was not interested in the best interest of his client.

Matthew E Kopera

338 Cavan Ln, Glastonbury, CT

Criminal Defense +1

2.0/5

2.0

4 Reviews

12 Sep, 2024 by Ty

You’re better off with a public defender or representing yourself. He is very unprofessional, doesn’t try for best possible resolution and he used to work for the states attorney. Talk about conflict of interest. He should retake his BAR exam or get his card taken. He is definitely involved in Ex parte communications and proceedings.

12 Sep, 2024 by Anonymous

Terrible job in a family members case. Was not nice to my family nor tried to help what so ever.

26 Sep, 2022 by Elizabeth

If I could give more than 5 stars, I DEFINITELY WOULD! I don't know what going on with that negative post but clearly he shouldn't involved himself with a lawyer if he can't afford the hard work Mr.Matthew puts in!! He's amazing, very professional, kind, and will fight hard for your case. He's an amazing attorney and anyone who doubts him at his work ethic is a fool because his job, work, has him GREAT AT IT!! He's been very great with working things out with us, legally, financially, and his kindness makes him all that much better. I would recommend Mr.Matthew E. Kopera to anyone in need of legal help, HANDS DOWN!!! SO GLAD AND GRATEFUL TO COME ACROSS AN AMAZINGLY SMART, EDUCATED, WELL-ROUNDED MAN! May God bless him and continue to do so! With Love and respect, Liz & Taylor

Eric Hutten Evans

93 Greenwood Ave, Bethel, CT

Car Accident +1

2.0/5

2.0

3 Reviews

03 Sep, 2021 by Marc

Attorney Lewis has no clue about the law. Presently, under Executive Order 12D, a notice to quit requires 30 days and evidence a landlord applied for help to UniteCT. He sent a notice to quit with only seven days notice and no UniteCT registration number. Obviously he is either not actually informed in the law or purposefully wasting the money of his client as this will get dismissed before it even gets to court. Find a better trained attorney than this one! You've been warned.

21 Feb, 2019 by Anonymous

I made initial contact with this attorney last March. Had a call and an inperson discussion about my case and could literally never get an answer on the phone from anyone! I also felt a bit uncomfortable on some of the remarks that were made to my wife. Overall it was just a poor experience

16 May, 2011 by Anonymous

i am happy with soe of the service, but if you call for an answer for a question, 9-times out of10, you dont get a call until u call agn. its just a bit annoying. otherwise, when u do finally get an answer, evans is very thorough. so its good, but irritating, sorry just biz

Bryan Patrick Fiengo

2 Union Plaza, New London, CT

Government Litigation +2

2.0/5

2.0

1 Reviews

02 May, 2018 by Jon

The office staff is friendly, responsive and helpful. The facility is convenient and near the courthouse I was often at. Attorney Fiengo was often unprepared. Having barely a cursory understanding of the facts in my police report or in my case for the first couple of court appearances. He procrastinated horribly on several basic subpoenas. I got all the charges against me dropped. I guided my lawyer to every bit of evidence and then wound up project managing the legal process. On one occasion Attorney Fiengo arrived moments before I was supposed to enter the courtroom. He handed me a ~20 page report of cell tower records. Then he said, “Here... figure this out... it is in longitude and latitude. I need to speak to the States Attorney.” Then he left. Had he completed the subpoena when. Asked we would have had days or weeks to review the report. I had a very direct conversation with Attorney Fiengo regarding my expectations and concerns. It had minimal positive effect on our attorney/client interaction. During one particularly stressful patch Attorney Fiengo ducked my calls, emails and text messages for 11 days straight. I have many more specifics... but you get the point. This case never should have gone to court. I would like to think a skillful, responsive and motivated lawyer could have saved me and my support network hundreds and hundreds of hours of stress and worry. I had seven streams of evidence proving my innocence.

Leonard Cheerman

12 Curtis Street, Meriden, CT

Real Estate +1

2.0/5

2.0

1 Reviews

16 Jul, 2010 by Anonymous

Mr. Cheerman represented me on a real estate matter. I do not feel that he had my best interests at heart, and should have been able to resolve my problem in a more satisfactory manner. I feel did not not pay close enough attention to my verifiable facts, and was too accepting of the other parties claims, to my detriment.

Michael L Goldman

200 Connecticut Ave., Norwalk, CT

Business Real Estate +2

2.0/5

2.0

1 Reviews

07 Dec, 2023 by Anonymous

He makes himself available but charges even if he takes extra time to correct his own mistakes and speaks down to you. He is a bit condescending and acts like he can't be bothered even though you are paying him by the hour.

Robert David Zaslow

664 Farmington Ave # 3, Hartford, CT

Child Custody Family Law +2

2.0/5

2.0

1 Reviews

19 May, 2013 by Buffee

This lawyer uses all the supportive words a mother needs to hear. I trusted him and signed agreements that I should not have. When finances dry up, so does his services. Leaving a daughter with out her mother. Broke my heart in more ways than one.

Nancy A Noyes

195 Church Street, New Haven, CT

Family Law +1

2.0/5

2.0

1 Reviews

13 Oct, 2013 by Ed

I used Nancy NoYes a few years ago for my divorce case, she assigned attorney Ruben to my case. This office left out one of the most impprtant issues on filing, I went to buy another home and found out Nancy NoYes office didn't have my name removed from ex wife's mortgage. I guess they overlooked the small stuff leaving my name as mortgage holder. I Would Not refer this Attorney Ruben, or Nancy NoYes to anyone. They wanted to be paid in advance which i did but the case is still not completed Use caution if you're daring enough to take a huge risk.

Paul F Chinigo

P.O. Box 510, Norwich, CT

Criminal Defense +1

2.0/5

2.0

1 Reviews

04 Dec, 2013 by Anonymous

Paul has a god complex he starts out with making you feel that he's helping you but in the end he could really give a rats back side its all about the money condescending attitude for sure. I guess he feels he's the smart one and you need him he doesn't need you. Forget him returning any calls you have to catch him at 6am if your lucky. Knowledgeable doesn't make you a great lawyer having people skills does!!!

Frank Peter Cirillo

35 Audubon St # 37, New Haven, CT

Criminal Defense Personal Injury +2

2.0/5

2.0

1 Reviews

16 Aug, 2021 by Rebel

I was introduced to Frank by a prominent client. He was gracious enough to answer some basic legal questions about issues I was contending with, yet details matter! Not only did he waste months of my time with filing errors that he made per a basic claim wrong... His lack of attention to detail ended up with the payment for the matter being voided for being held up for over 100 days. All while answering personal calls during one of our consultations and on another occasion disregarding legitimate information per harassment as "paranoia" (his words) in a completely dishelved office space. I must say that this lawyer definitely takes a BIAS approach with women, and if you're looking into being fairly and equally represented especially in a criminal case... Say your prayers. I'd definitely recommend women clients in particular to go elsewhere, I'd be paranoid not to!

Keith Gerard Wetjen

15 Country Club Dr, West Simsbury, CT

Financial Markets And Services +1

2.0/5

2.0

1 Reviews

19 Dec, 2008 by Anonymous

While working with Keith, I found that, while willing to respond promptly to any and all concerns, he truly just did not have the proper skills, assets, and qualifications to help me with my investments. I was shocked at times by his decisions and advice, as they were completely irrational and irresponsible. Overall, I would not recommend Keith Wetjen.

M Hatcher Norris

254 Prospect Avenue, Hartford, CT

Business Litigation Real Estate +3

2.0/5

2.0

1 Reviews

10 Jan, 2014 by Anonymous

He allowed the defense to enter in a written phone message, that was fake, in order to taint my character. The message was fabricated, and he said, "there is nothing we can do about it". The article that led to this trial, was not admissable, while a workers compensation injury, was allowed, that was irrelevant. Had he gone through my medical records, he would have noticed, that this "trumped up" message, was non-existent. I paid for my records, and the "message" is not there. There is no follow-up appointment or police report over this "message". If it was real, there would be.

Hugh F Keefe

52 Trumbull Street, New Haven, CT

Civil Rights Criminal Defense Tax +3

+1 (203) 902-0040

2.0/5

2.0

1 Reviews

12 Jan, 2022 by Anonymous

Hugh Keefe at the offices of Lynch, Traub, Keefe & Errante represented me and a group of students in a civil disobedience case. Prior to the civil disobedience, my family had recently entered into an emergency of housing insecurity, that meant the usual obstacles of not being able (things like transportation) to do something like community service were further heightened to the point of impossibility. He and his employees at the office did not offer us any alternatives to completing the community service, and told us that we would get misdemeanors if we didn't complete the community service. I was in New Haven with no parental supervision, during a school break in which we don't have housing or the meal plan. They also did not provide a method for us to actually clear the misdemeanors from our records -- they told us to complete community service, but they did not tell us what organizations that community service with would official count for the courts. I think this was very negligent.

Scott A Garver

21 West Main St., Waterbury, CT

Criminal Defense Family Law Foreclosure +1 +4

1.8/5

1.8

5 Reviews

23 Nov, 2013 by Anonymous

Professional, great communicator, and listener, extremely punctual, trustworthy, and very experienced. Has been our family attorney since 2005. He's always been available for all of our legal needs. Also very reasonably priced.

23 Sep, 2013 by Anonymous

This guy talks a good game, at first, I hired him to form my LLC, he was sloppy, unorganized and never completed the process by changing my deeds to the LLC. He doesn't return phone calls, he doesn't complete necessary and vital processes. He makes promises he cannot keep. I had to rehire him to sue one of my tenants he never filed the paperwork as processed, and was overall a horrible lawyer. DO NOT HIRE THIS MAN!

15 May, 2013 by Anonymous

We hired this bogus attorney for a child custody battle. He never returns phone calls or follows through with a case. Extremely disappointed especially since he sounded so sincere initially. Would never recommend.

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Bring all documents related to your case, such as contracts, correspondence, legal notices, court papers, or evidence.
Written Summary:
Prepare a concise written summary of your situation, including key dates, events, and involved parties.
List of Questions:
Write down any questions you have about your case, the legal process, or the lawyer's experience.
Financial Information:
If applicable, bring financial documents like pay stubs, tax returns, or bank statements.
Contact Information:
Provide details of any witnesses or other parties relevant to your case.
Personal Identification:
Bring a valid ID for verification purposes.
Pen and Notebook:
Take notes during the consultation to remember important points.
Budget Constraints:
Be ready to discuss your budget and any financial limitations.

How Much Does a Lawyer Cost?

The cost of hiring a lawyer varies widely based on several factors:

Fee Structures:
- Hourly Rate:
  Lawyers may charge anywhere from $150 to $500 or more per hour, depending on experience and location.
- Flat Fee:
  For routine legal services like drafting a will or handling an uncontested divorce, lawyers might offer a flat fee.
- Retainer Fee:
  An upfront payment against which the lawyer bills hourly fees.
- Contingency Fee:
  Common in personal injury cases; the lawyer receives a percentage (typically 25% to 40%) of any settlement or award.
- Monthly Retainer:
  For ongoing services, businesses might pay a monthly fee for a set number of hours or services.
Factors Affecting Cost:
- Complexity of the Case:
  More complex cases require more time and resources, increasing costs.
- Lawyer's Experience:
  Highly experienced lawyers may charge higher fees.
- Geographic Location:
  Legal fees can vary significantly by region or city.
- Additional Expenses:
  Court filing fees, expert witness fees, travel expenses, and administrative costs may be extra.
Estimating Total Costs:
Request a detailed fee agreement outlining all potential costs.
Discuss any additional expenses that may arise during the case.
Negotiating Fees:
Some lawyers may be willing to negotiate fees or offer payment plans, especially for clients with financial constraints.
Pro Bono Services:
For those who cannot afford legal services, some lawyers or legal aid organizations offer services at reduced rates or for free.

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