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Heather Fig, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Bayport, NY with 24 reviews
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22 Feb, 2022 by Anthony laurence
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30 Oct, 2021 by Anthony sanchez
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19 May, 2021 by Peter
Heather Fig is an outstanding Attorney. She should be awarded the highest rating that any rubric offers. She is ethical, extremely hard working, eminently knowledgeable, dedicated, and caring. She is familiar with every detail of my case and the law. She applies herself so completely that one would think she’s working for a relative. Honestly there should literally be a line at her office to procure her representation. She’ll restore your good name if you are wrongly accused. Her reputation in the courthouse proceeds her. People actually stand back and say ooh when they hear that you have Heather Fig defending you. Seriously, if you don’t pick her to represent you you’re making a mistake. Her staff is equally terrific. She would never surround herself with anything but the best. Working with her has been a genuine source of inspiration.
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Francesca Annunziata-Asllani, experienced Real Estate attorney in Bayport, NY with 25 reviews
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08 Nov, 2024 by Nicole riechman
Finding a good attorney is harder than finding one particular piece of hay in whole field, but not here. Aileen Kavanagh and her husband Pete are both so kind and down to earth you'd never know they were top notch sharks in the courtroom. They do what's right, they don't blow smoke up your butt, and they are honest with you. But, when others are doing you wrong (like an insurance company) they will make sure they are held accountable for you. I cannot recommend them enough :-)
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07 Nov, 2024 by Sterling diesel
After seeking advice from 4 other attorneys about how to proceed with a complex situation I found myself in, I stumbled upon Mister Kaiteris. After a single conversation with him he was able to give me insight I had been seeking but not able to find, he was able to answer my questions about how best to proceed, and, he was able to save me at least $10k. He listened, he didn't ignore small details as others had done, and he was kind and empathic. Not that those things matter in court, but they made all the difference in the world to me. Based upon my own interactions with the attorneys at Kaiteris & Kavanagh, as well as their legal expertise, dedication to their clients, and their friendly but no nonsense demeanors, I cannot recommend them enough.
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24 Jun, 2024 by Brianna schulz
I was very impressed with Aileen’s expertise. She handled my case great ! I would highly recommend this law firm to everyone. She was very patient and made sure I understood everything every step of the way she kept me updated.
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George Asllani, experienced Real Estate attorney in Bayport, NY with 15 reviews
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08 Nov, 2024 by Nicole riechman
Finding a good attorney is harder than finding one particular piece of hay in whole field, but not here. Aileen Kavanagh and her husband Pete are both so kind and down to earth you'd never know they were top notch sharks in the courtroom. They do what's right, they don't blow smoke up your butt, and they are honest with you. But, when others are doing you wrong (like an insurance company) they will make sure they are held accountable for you. I cannot recommend them enough :-)
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07 Nov, 2024 by Sterling diesel
After seeking advice from 4 other attorneys about how to proceed with a complex situation I found myself in, I stumbled upon Mister Kaiteris. After a single conversation with him he was able to give me insight I had been seeking but not able to find, he was able to answer my questions about how best to proceed, and, he was able to save me at least $10k. He listened, he didn't ignore small details as others had done, and he was kind and empathic. Not that those things matter in court, but they made all the difference in the world to me. Based upon my own interactions with the attorneys at Kaiteris & Kavanagh, as well as their legal expertise, dedication to their clients, and their friendly but no nonsense demeanors, I cannot recommend them enough.
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24 Jun, 2024 by Brianna schulz
I was very impressed with Aileen’s expertise. She handled my case great ! I would highly recommend this law firm to everyone. She was very patient and made sure I understood everything every step of the way she kept me updated.
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JANET WARD, experienced Real Estate attorney in Bayport, NY with 5 reviews
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22 Feb, 2022 by Anthony laurence
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24 Nov, 2021 by Anonymous
Janet is an amazing attorney. She is prompt and very well organized. Thanks to her we closed on our house very timely and smoothly. I would recommend her to anyone who is looking to buy or sell a house. Look no further, Janet is the one you want as your attorney.
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Susan A. Denatale, experienced Family Law attorney in Bayport, NY with 19 reviews
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08 Nov, 2024 by Nicole riechman
Finding a good attorney is harder than finding one particular piece of hay in whole field, but not here. Aileen Kavanagh and her husband Pete are both so kind and down to earth you'd never know they were top notch sharks in the courtroom. They do what's right, they don't blow smoke up your butt, and they are honest with you. But, when others are doing you wrong (like an insurance company) they will make sure they are held accountable for you. I cannot recommend them enough :-)
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07 Nov, 2024 by Sterling diesel
After seeking advice from 4 other attorneys about how to proceed with a complex situation I found myself in, I stumbled upon Mister Kaiteris. After a single conversation with him he was able to give me insight I had been seeking but not able to find, he was able to answer my questions about how best to proceed, and, he was able to save me at least $10k. He listened, he didn't ignore small details as others had done, and he was kind and empathic. Not that those things matter in court, but they made all the difference in the world to me. Based upon my own interactions with the attorneys at Kaiteris & Kavanagh, as well as their legal expertise, dedication to their clients, and their friendly but no nonsense demeanors, I cannot recommend them enough.
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24 Jun, 2024 by Brianna schulz
I was very impressed with Aileen’s expertise. She handled my case great ! I would highly recommend this law firm to everyone. She was very patient and made sure I understood everything every step of the way she kept me updated.
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Steven Terrence Russell, experienced Business attorney in Bayport, NY with 7 reviews
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22 Feb, 2022 by Anthony laurence
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12 Oct, 2019 by Daniel lodolce
I hired Steven to aid me in the purchase of my business, he did a wonderful job making sure all of the bases were covered. Since then he has helped me on numerous occasions with other business related legal needs. Steven is extraordinarily thorough, honest and professional, i feel comfortable recommending him to anyone! Thank you Steven!
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Joseph G. Lacapra, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 11 reviews
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11 Jul, 2024 by Samuel shelton
Joe is very knowledgeable in elderly law. He takes the time to explain the issues in plain language. Highly recommend!
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25 Feb, 2024 by Michelle vongerichten
Highly recommended! Very personalbe and proficient in law.
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23 Oct, 2023 by Dana rodriguez
Great attorney. Very knowledgeable and personable.
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Bruce Paul Vetri, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 11 reviews
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11 Jul, 2024 by Samuel shelton
Joe is very knowledgeable in elderly law. He takes the time to explain the issues in plain language. Highly recommend!
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25 Feb, 2024 by Michelle vongerichten
Highly recommended! Very personalbe and proficient in law.
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23 Oct, 2023 by Dana rodriguez
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Edward Stanley Kowalski, experienced Estate Planning, Real Estate attorney in Bayport, NY with 11 reviews
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11 Jul, 2024 by Samuel shelton
Joe is very knowledgeable in elderly law. He takes the time to explain the issues in plain language. Highly recommend!
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25 Feb, 2024 by Michelle vongerichten
Highly recommended! Very personalbe and proficient in law.
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23 Oct, 2023 by Dana rodriguez
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Dawn Lynne Hargraves, experienced Criminal Defense, Family Law attorney in Bayport, NY with 18 reviews
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08 Nov, 2024 by Nicole riechman
Finding a good attorney is harder than finding one particular piece of hay in whole field, but not here. Aileen Kavanagh and her husband Pete are both so kind and down to earth you'd never know they were top notch sharks in the courtroom. They do what's right, they don't blow smoke up your butt, and they are honest with you. But, when others are doing you wrong (like an insurance company) they will make sure they are held accountable for you. I cannot recommend them enough :-)
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07 Nov, 2024 by Sterling diesel
After seeking advice from 4 other attorneys about how to proceed with a complex situation I found myself in, I stumbled upon Mister Kaiteris. After a single conversation with him he was able to give me insight I had been seeking but not able to find, he was able to answer my questions about how best to proceed, and, he was able to save me at least $10k. He listened, he didn't ignore small details as others had done, and he was kind and empathic. Not that those things matter in court, but they made all the difference in the world to me. Based upon my own interactions with the attorneys at Kaiteris & Kavanagh, as well as their legal expertise, dedication to their clients, and their friendly but no nonsense demeanors, I cannot recommend them enough.
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24 Jun, 2024 by Brianna schulz
I was very impressed with Aileen’s expertise. She handled my case great ! I would highly recommend this law firm to everyone. She was very patient and made sure I understood everything every step of the way she kept me updated.
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Warren R. Siska, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 4 reviews
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07 Sep, 2022 by Norm marcioch
Local South Shore Attorney with many years serving his clients
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10 Mar, 2019 by Edgar borrero
Very nice /pleasant person. Very knowledgeable attorney, especially wills, trusts, real estate and contracts laws.
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21 May, 2017 by William herring
I used Siska once, he got me 1 year in jail for a misdemeanor.
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Alan Raymond Barr, experienced Child Custody, Family Law attorney in Bayport, NY with 13 reviews
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08 Feb, 2021 by Ronald fraser
Known Mr Dennis Dowd for a-little while now been my lawyer for some years .. FAIR,GOOD MAN, GOOD LAWYER .. Makes sure he does everything he can do to help you out
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03 Sep, 2020 by Bruno sotamba
He was always attentive to my case. He always informed me about my case. He looked for the best way to solve my case. And I just have to say thank you that he saved me from everything. I recommend him to anyone who has a serious case. El siempre estuvo atento a mi caso. el siempre me informaba a cerca de mi caso. El buscó la mejor manera de resolver mi caso. Y solo tengo de decirle gracias que el me libró de todo. Yo lo recomiendo a el a cual quiera que tenga un caso grave..
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11 Apr, 2020 by Mac 580
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Gene Dennis Barr, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 9 reviews
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08 Feb, 2021 by Ronald fraser
Known Mr Dennis Dowd for a-little while now been my lawyer for some years .. FAIR,GOOD MAN, GOOD LAWYER .. Makes sure he does everything he can do to help you out
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03 Sep, 2020 by Bruno sotamba
He was always attentive to my case. He always informed me about my case. He looked for the best way to solve my case. And I just have to say thank you that he saved me from everything. I recommend him to anyone who has a serious case. El siempre estuvo atento a mi caso. el siempre me informaba a cerca de mi caso. El buscó la mejor manera de resolver mi caso. Y solo tengo de decirle gracias que el me libró de todo. Yo lo recomiendo a el a cual quiera que tenga un caso grave..
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11 Apr, 2020 by Mac 580
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Aileen R. Kavanagh, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 4 reviews
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22 Feb, 2022 by Anthony laurence
All around nice guy.
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30 Oct, 2021 by Anthony sanchez
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12 Oct, 2019 by Daniel lodolce
I hired Steven to aid me in the purchase of my business, he did a wonderful job making sure all of the bases were covered. Since then he has helped me on numerous occasions with other business related legal needs. Steven is extraordinarily thorough, honest and professional, i feel comfortable recommending him to anyone! Thank you Steven!
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Peter Christopher Kaiteris, experienced Appeals, Business attorney in Bayport, NY with 4 reviews
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22 Feb, 2022 by Anthony laurence
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12 Oct, 2019 by Daniel lodolce
I hired Steven to aid me in the purchase of my business, he did a wonderful job making sure all of the bases were covered. Since then he has helped me on numerous occasions with other business related legal needs. Steven is extraordinarily thorough, honest and professional, i feel comfortable recommending him to anyone! Thank you Steven!
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Daniel Alexander Scheiwe Mazzella, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 7 reviews
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12 Dec, 2023 by Aileen
A great professional accountant and law service. I'm very impressed with Dan, his fabulous knowledge, provides amazing advice and extremely helpful. He’s very professional from tax planning to bookkeeping and payroll, and law. He is always patient , friendly. He’s very communicative and a pleasure to deal with. I would highly recommend Dan to anyone in need of a reliable and professional CPA and lawyer.
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08 Nov, 2022 by Cathy midura
Highly professional, accurate, ethical, knowledgeable, expeditious tax prep. A pleasure to do business with
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Edward J. Mitchell, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 0 reviews
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Peter James Bachmore, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 0 reviews
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Donald A. Rettaliata, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 0 reviews
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Pamela J. Greene, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 0 reviews
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Robert Peter Lazazzaro, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 0 reviews
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Edward J Mitchell, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 0 reviews
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Charles Joseph Borrero, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 0 reviews
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Donald Anthony Rettaliata Jr, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 0 reviews
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Gregory Ostermann, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 0 reviews
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Mario D Angelo, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 0 reviews
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James Scott Bennett, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 0 reviews
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Leigh Ellen Carroll Rate, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 0 reviews
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Larry C. Zale, experienced  attorney in Bayport, NY with 0 reviews
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John Joseph Burke Jr., experienced Criminal Defense, Elder Law attorney in Bayport, NY with 0 reviews
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