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10 Mar, 2017 by Douglas madaio
I HAVE USED KEVIN GORRY ON MULTIPLE REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS/CLOSINGS AND CONSIDER HIM TO BE ONE OF THE BEST AT WHAT HE DOES. HE IS INCREDIBLY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND PROFESSIONAL AND I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM FOR ANY PART OF THE REAL ESTATE TRANSACTION
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09 Feb, 2017 by Kely
Kevin helped me secure a loan for my new business. It was a complicated loan andKevin went above and beyond in helping to secure it. I would recommend Kevin wholeheartedly!
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08 Feb, 2017 by Omar gonzalez
Kevin did the closing on our home. If we had any questions he would answer them professionally and promptly. He's not like any other attorney, he actually cares. Would highly recommend Kevin.
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30 Jan, 2018 by Anonymous
I was a young woman consumed with debt. He helped me and worked with me to get all my debt dismissed. Great lawyer.
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25 Apr, 2024 by Amanath mohammed
My Gallagher has been my attorney and it is really a pleasure working with him very easy to work with listen to you takes his time and explains everything in detail so you understand will recommend him to anyone for legal assistance.
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15 Dec, 2022 by Keysha idolor
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29 Sep, 2022 by Joanne defeo cpa
Mr. Gallagher turned my life around in 1991. I was a single parent and had to file bankruptcy. I was able to start over and turn my life around. I became a CPA and remained within a budget. Mr. Gallagher compassion and professionalism left a lasting impression even after 30 years. In 2022, I hired Mr. Gallagher as a consultant on ESTATE issues. My aunt Mary passed away. There was the sale of a home, a living trust and filing of a 1041 involved. Mr. Gallagher helped me to navigate through the ins and outs of the process which transcended over a year and a half. I highly recommend this attorney for his knowledge, his compassion, his professionalism and his ability to give the client what they need in all aspects.
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05 Jan, 2022 by Lynda
Ms. Nelson did a really great job handling our divorce. She was thorough, efficient and kind. She made the process very bearable and got us both through a tough time in our lives. I really appreciated the way she worked with the both of us.
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12 Jul, 2018 by Robert
I've known Kimberly since was my law student, and I have the highest respect for her knowledge, experience and ethics. I retained her on a personal matter, and she gave me clear, sound advice that allowed me to make informed choices. In the event that I need further advice or representation in the area of Domestic Relations law, I will not hesitate to call on Kimberly again. I recommend her enthusiastically.
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14 Sep, 2017 by Peter
Kimberly nelson is an excellent divorce attorney. I originally hired her in 2012 at the start of a very gruelling and complicated divorce. She is a consumate professional, and has been extremely professional and helpful throughout the process. She is also a caring human being which is very rare when dealing with attorneys. I highly doubt that anybody could find a better divorce attorney on Long Island. i would give her 10 stars if I could. Peter B.
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01 Aug, 2024 by Riddjy louis
Very good costumer’s service amazing people.
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22 Jun, 2024 by Aly
I can’t ever repay Chelsea for being not only an incredible attorney but human. She went absolutely above and beyond to use her knowledge, relationships in the community to save my son from an unsafe situation. Owe her the world, highly recommend. She cares and invests time into her clients!
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18 Jun, 2024 by Marissa
Chelsea McGrath is a wonderful attentive attorney who cares for her clients and does the best work. She was attentive to my needs and my situation id recommend her to everyone who needs
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Lee David Kleinhardt, experienced  attorney in Baldwin, NY with 20 reviews
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09 Jul, 2024 by Jc
Calling our law firm and being rude to the staff that was cordial with them while taking their information. She also hung up after an attitude. No thank you ext 2
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11 Oct, 2023 by Paul santangini
John Lindy has been nothing short of the BEST and provided me excellent service!!
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09 Jun, 2023 by Louis michelson
John Lindy is very helpful
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27 Apr, 2024 by Guenter
Excellent Service Very friendly
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21 Jan, 2023 by Bill klemm
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06 Sep, 2022 by Kerwin napoles
Very cordial and helpful .THE lawyer who assisted me was good. Will recommend this firm.
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27 Apr, 2024 by Guenter
Excellent Service Very friendly
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21 Jan, 2023 by Bill klemm
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06 Sep, 2022 by Kerwin napoles
Very cordial and helpful .THE lawyer who assisted me was good. Will recommend this firm.
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27 Apr, 2024 by Guenter
Excellent Service Very friendly
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21 Jan, 2023 by Bill klemm
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06 Sep, 2022 by Kerwin napoles
Very cordial and helpful .THE lawyer who assisted me was good. Will recommend this firm.
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09 Jul, 2024 by Jc
Calling our law firm and being rude to the staff that was cordial with them while taking their information. She also hung up after an attitude. No thank you ext 2
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11 Oct, 2023 by Paul santangini
John Lindy has been nothing short of the BEST and provided me excellent service!!
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09 Jun, 2023 by Louis michelson
John Lindy is very helpful
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Barry Carl Weiss, experienced  attorney in Baldwin, NY with 23 reviews
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01 Aug, 2024 by Riddjy louis
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28 Nov, 2023 by Irshad bashir
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02 Feb, 2023 by Jessica
Mr. Weiss I could not thank enough for all he did. He went out of his way to FIGHT for me. He explained everything that was going on and all of my options. He always called me back even if it meant doing so on his spare time to answer all of my concerns. He is compassionate and extremely passionate. Thank you for getting my life back on track. You have a wonderful heart.
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01 Aug, 2024 by Riddjy louis
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28 Nov, 2023 by Irshad bashir
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28 Jul, 2022 by Jonathan s
The reception who answered the call was not knowledgable about the subject. Took their sweet time to deal with the issue. Very rude response. Hangs up and puts on hold without telling the customer. When they put you on hold, it's going to be for a very long time. Try other lawyer office, you will have better chances!
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01 Aug, 2024 by Riddjy louis
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28 Nov, 2023 by Irshad bashir
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28 Jul, 2022 by Jonathan s
The reception who answered the call was not knowledgable about the subject. Took their sweet time to deal with the issue. Very rude response. Hangs up and puts on hold without telling the customer. When they put you on hold, it's going to be for a very long time. Try other lawyer office, you will have better chances!
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27 Sep, 2024 by Anonymous
Totally unprofessional law office that is violating the client's privacy. Strongly don't recommend them.
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01 Aug, 2024 by Riddjy louis
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27 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous
Hiring Stephen Bilkis to represent me was the best step as I faced criminal charges that could negatively impact my life. His approach led to a very positive outcome. He is a sharp, respected, and efficient lawyer. I am also very grateful for the firm’s excellent professional staff, particularly Danielle Rizzo, who answers all my questions, responds without delay, ensures we get everything right, and conducts herself with warmth and friendliness.
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21 May, 2019 by David
Steven was very attentive while we were in his office . However afterwards he became unavailable . His knowing that we were first time home buyers . I would thought he may have given us more advise . The closing was quick and not explain well .He spent more time conversation going with the loan staff . At one point it seemed like he was hired by them . A few weeks after the closing we can across a issue . After serval attempts to reach him . Finally he answers and offered no assistance . He give lawyers a bad image we were not satisfied with his service. I would recommend you research for a lawyer that will focus on your issues and the you adversaries
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19 Dec, 2017 by Dean
I was referred to Mr. Feinberg by a friend and I'm very glad I was. He was very patient helping me with my divorce action even during the more "emotional" moments. He was very knowledgeable and gave me the different realistic outcomes of my case. He was very honest and upfront and at no time did I feel like he was just trying to keep the case going for the money like some other attorneys do. He got me through a potentially long painful divorce in a much faster time then I would have ever expected. Ill be keeping his card handy.
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16 Mar, 2017 by Christopher
Mr. Feinberg was extremely helpful and easy to talk to as well. I had a consultation with him in regard to an upcoming family matter and he pretty much laid out exactly how my court date would go, It helped me to be prepared and it went EXACTLY as he said. Its refreshing to have honest council in this profession. I will be retaining him to continue with my case.
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29 Apr, 2013 by Anonymous
She is an awful lawyer with nasty nasty attitude! Made mistakes over and over and denies it. Not a very bright lawyer for me!
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