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21 Mar, 2024 by Tarek mousa
Mrs. Lagoudis-Very professional!
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04 Nov, 2023 by Rightsaidfred
Zero respect for women
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07 Oct, 2022 by Sandra a.
We had a great experience working with Alex, I would highly reommemd him for your real estate needs.
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04 Apr, 2024 by Light bulb
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01 Mar, 2024 by Frank saccente sr
Didn't know what to expect till I did my taxes they know the law very happy planing ahead smart idea
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01 Mar, 2024 by William gabriel
The number on here is incorrect! Never met him, all other numbers online do not work.
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11 Jan, 2024 by Andrea
I had an offer on my NYC condo and was seeking a real estate attorney. He came very highly recommended and I quickly discovered why. Constantine was personable, efficient and professional. He managed all of the pieces with my sale being easy, quick, painless and seamless. I would highly recommend Constantine to anybody that needs a real estate attorney, he's the best!
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10 Jan, 2024 by Jerry
Gus Frangopoulos has done more than five of my closings over the years. He does a great job and I have never had a mistake delay or any problem. I highly recommend him for his skill and professionalism.
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04 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous
Constantine Frangopoulos Esq, was able to resolve a boundary line Issue that was not addressed by the previous attorney that represented me on the Sale of my Home. Further Mr. Frangopoulos was able to close the sale of the house in an efficient, thorough, and quick manner. In addition to the sale Mr. Frangopoulos represented me and my wife on the purchase of the new home which was owned by an Estate. The new home was riddled with municipality issues that Constantine was able to identify and effectively negotiate a significant credit towards the purchase price and close the purchase in a seamless and smooth fashion. Mr. Frangopoulos kept both myself and my wife apprised in all aspects during the course of both transactions. I would highly recommend him he is a very competent Real Estate Attorney.
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22 May, 2024 by Commercialtv 15sec of fame
Very professional and reliable firm , helped me from the beginning to end Thankyou
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07 Jan, 2024 by Julienne baubrun
A year ago I was in a car accident, my friend daughter referred to Mr Nick the experience I had with them was beyond measure, specially Sarah she was on top of everything and she was very patient and kind I will recommend them to anybody I know
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20 Nov, 2023 by Ivan j
The experience I had with Nick and Sara was beyond my expectations. They were on point with everything I needed. There was not one question I had that Sara or Nick could not answer. Highly recommended, dependable, knowledgeable! Would certainly work with them again and would recommend them to anyone requiring their services! 100 ⭐️⭐️⭐️
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28 Jul, 2024 by Grace de la cruz
Ken has helped me endlessly over the past 4 years. I trust him with any issues I have and recommend him to all my friends. Straight shooter with a great mind for the law.
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26 Aug, 2022 by Rachel miller
In dealing with management of my building about problematic neighbors, Mrs. Cherrick stated that all should could do was send a letter. She did send the letters to management but the problem was her complete lack of communication during and after the fact. I understand that my case is not the most pressing or of great importance, but this was a service being given and if there was no real interest in my case, an honest decline from the beginning would have sufficed.
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29 Jun, 2022 by Natasha k
Aviod! Tara Cherrick is the very definition of tardy and unprofessional. Unable to complete a simple filing, I can not even imagine if hired to complete a more challenging task.
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05 Sep, 2024 by Lisa modica
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14 Aug, 2024 by Npo
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27 Mar, 2024 by Jordan d
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20 Jun, 2020 by Anonymous
Ms Kruper has supported my family in multiple matters over 8 years. This included complex probate and trust litigation. She kept me calm, advised me properly, and always had my interests at heart.
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17 Aug, 2018 by Anonymous
My sister and I were honored to care for our elderly mother who remained at home and passed away recently. In the process, we were advised by Ms. Kruper and by other attorneys in the Law Offices of Margaret Ann Carrozza, Bayside, NY. For example, the firm prepared the Trust for us and provided essential documentary evidence that permitted us to obtain a favorable decision in arguing for reimbursement of personal expenditures by my sister and me before my mother was deemed eligible for partial Medicaid assistance. Most significantly, we found Ms. Kruper to make herself available to assist us by providing pertinent information to guide us in addressing legal parameters on any matters we faced in regard to our mother's care. We have been most appreciative for the quality of this service that really is at the heart of the profession of law.
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05 May, 2018 by Anonymous
I retained Ms. Kruper to represent me in the process of settling two estates. During that time, she was always accessible, through, timely, unbelievably patient, and extremely fair. Her fees were very reasonable, and billing was done in a very detailed and clear manner. It was always very obvious that Ms. Kruper's top priority was to get what needed to be done accomplished in the fairest and most cost effective manner for her client. I highly recommend Ms. Kruper without any reservations.
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29 Apr, 2014 by Ken
A natural lawyer. Excellent trial attorney, Daniel helped me with my visitation issues regarding New York and Florida Law, despite not being a Florida attorney, rather just interpreting the laws for me based on his research. I came away very impressed.
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28 Jul, 2024 by Grace de la cruz
Ken has helped me endlessly over the past 4 years. I trust him with any issues I have and recommend him to all my friends. Straight shooter with a great mind for the law.
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26 Aug, 2022 by Rachel miller
In dealing with management of my building about problematic neighbors, Mrs. Cherrick stated that all should could do was send a letter. She did send the letters to management but the problem was her complete lack of communication during and after the fact. I understand that my case is not the most pressing or of great importance, but this was a service being given and if there was no real interest in my case, an honest decline from the beginning would have sufficed.
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29 Jun, 2022 by Natasha k
Aviod! Tara Cherrick is the very definition of tardy and unprofessional. Unable to complete a simple filing, I can not even imagine if hired to complete a more challenging task.
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28 Jul, 2024 by Grace de la cruz
Ken has helped me endlessly over the past 4 years. I trust him with any issues I have and recommend him to all my friends. Straight shooter with a great mind for the law.
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26 Aug, 2022 by Rachel miller
In dealing with management of my building about problematic neighbors, Mrs. Cherrick stated that all should could do was send a letter. She did send the letters to management but the problem was her complete lack of communication during and after the fact. I understand that my case is not the most pressing or of great importance, but this was a service being given and if there was no real interest in my case, an honest decline from the beginning would have sufficed.
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23 Aug, 2022 by Rachel
In dealing with management of my building about problematic neighbors, Mrs. Cherrick stated that all should could do was send a letter. She did send the letters to management but the problem was her complete lack of communication during and after the fact. I understand that my case is not the most pressing or of great importance, but this was a service being given and if there was no real interest in my case, an honest decline from the beginning would have sufficed.
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25 Aug, 2020 by Hellen
Mona is an outstanding Lawyer!!! Her knowledge of the law is exquisite!! She is a person you can speak with that will explain it to you what it is and come up with a solution to resolve your problem without dragging it out!!! There are not enough words for me to explain how grateful I am for all she has done for us!!! I totally respect her as an excellent lawyer and as a terrific human being!!! God bless her!!
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25 Aug, 2020 by Anonymous
I had contacted Mona with an administrative decision that pertained to the area of ethics. She subsequently explained she could not represent me. Her advise as far as a plan of action proved to be extremely helpful.She was professional, not only did she provide a plan of action, but also options. I felt comforted, understood and not alone at a point in my life when I felt helpless. Thanks for all you do, and the personal attention you managed to provide to me.
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12 May, 2019 by Anonymous
This attorney was recommended to me unfortunately I wish she was not since her involvement costed the children to lose their parent for 3 years. Mona made a perfectly safe parent unsafe by convincing me to take supervised visits to prove our point which was used to make a “Refrain from order” a “stay away”. I was forced to be supervised amongst my two children while I taught 220 elementary to middle school children unsupervised- the stupidity is beyond comprehension. On top of it all, I was forced to not see my kids for 6 weeks because of her ill fated advise in her arrangement of a supervisor. Mona is the reason why I lost my children- please, please pick a better attorney and research them not taking recommendation. Also, her advice caused an arrest almost costing me my teaching job in which she commented many people get arrested even teachers. I am horrified and such will be further documented.
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02 Mar, 2019 by Al
I hired Dennis directly to represent me for a cell phone ticket. Paid for his services up front about 8 months prior to my court date. I had not heard from him or his office a week prior to my court date. I called to confirm that he had everything he needed and that he was aware of my court date and he said he had no idea, but he would be there. During the hearing Dennis did absolutely nothing and told me, after the hearing, that I did not have to show up.
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22 Feb, 2018 by Nic
There are lawyers, and then there are guys that know how the system works! Dennis Coppin sure knows his stuff! No one believed my innocence. I was beginning to doubt myself and lose hope. Dennis change that, took my case, and I couldn't believe that I got to just walk out of the court room a free man!
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10 Mar, 2024 by Will77
Excellent attorney. He helped me get unclaimed money from a home I owned and was foreclosed upon many years ago. Great guy! I made a lot of money and it changed my life for the better.
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19 Mar, 2023 by Anonymous
We hired him to evict the tenant. He takes money and not doing any work. He never return call phones. We always have to follow up with our case. And the case lost because of his unprofessional practice and mistakes he made. This case is a simple eviction and the tenant never showed up in court and it has to be an easy win case, but he lost it for us. Wasting our time and money. Never ever hire him for any landlord/tenant case.
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29 Oct, 2020 by Anonymous
Perry Tischler is a terrible and dishonest lawyer! He was the lawyer for the party that we sued, and he lied in affirmations, supported his clients lies in an affidavit that they filed and did not advise the court of his client perjuring himself, among other unacceptable behavior. He is such a bad attorney that a complaint was filed with the Grievance Committee. If you want an attorney to lie on your behalf, and cover-up the fact that his office never returns phone calls, never answers letters and basically does everything in their power to lie, deceive and twist the law for their own clients gain, then Tischler is the one for you. If you want a honest, dependable and fair attorney, then stay clear from this clown. Finally, if you have had the misfortune to hire him or deal with him as opposing counsel and you want to report his ineptness, then contact the Grievance Committee for the Second, Eleventh, and Thirteenth Judicial Districts Renaissance Plaza 335 Adams Street, Suite 2400 Brooklyn, NY 11201-3745 (718) 923-6300 -or- Email them your complaint directly at:
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22 Jun, 2013 by Anonymous
Beware of this attorney is unethical and a scam artist. He took advantage of my real estate transaction and I will do my best to get him disbarred.
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