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09 Aug, 2013 by Zeldy
became my sisters legal gaurdian filed fake affidavits to the court with total lies My sister is legaly blind and there are no services for her. The gaurdian is holding over $1.5 Million and despite receipts that I bought my sister hearing aids...serial # and all refuses to reinburse me....Her initial report to the court were all lies.....my sisters phones were disconnected due to the negligance of Louise....The system is failing or most needy.
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28 Oct, 2016 by Anonymous
I hired Ms. Bonaldes to help me with my custodial case. She did nothing of value in my case, yet felt justified in taking my money. She resented that I confronted her about her fees when I asked for justification. Out of a $5,000 retainer fee, she returned to me only $1,700. The bulk of her fees came simply from reading emails. She made no progress in my case, yet requested more money to keep her services. I implore you, DO NOT hire this woman. Save your money.
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16 Apr, 2015 by Anonymous
REPRESENTED MY UNCLE- GOSSIPPY, UNPROFESSIONAL,
KNOW IT ALL
BAD COMBO ESPECIALLY FOR SOMEONE SUPPOSED TO BE ON RIGHT SIDE OF LAW
HYPORCRITE
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05 Jul, 2021 by Anonymous
Went to John for a consult and all I have to say is poor communications skills, lack of professionalism, and overall did not feel like he could do a good job. Will not be returning any time soon, quality is not what it used to be.
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31 Jan, 2019 by Shanette
Very unsatisfied with our interaction from beginning to end. I have tried to get in contact with Ms. Marshall since October I’ve left several voicemails finally in January I’m finally able to get her in the phone her reply i truly apologize i always called you back however i was not able to leave a voicemail on your job line or cell phone. She offers low plea deals just so you can have a “win”. Minimal satisfaction if any.
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27 Aug, 2023 by Anonymous
I do not recommend this lawyer. An absolute nightmare. She does not understand the true definition of anti-discrimination law and needs to practice what she preaches. In my experience with Joyce, she was exceptionally rude and is not someone I would recommend seeking legal aid from.
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03 Aug, 2023 by Anonymous
Took advantage of my situation and misrepresented what happened. Needed someone else to correct what he did.
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01 Sep, 2022 by Melissa
They really tried to go on google and respond almost 4 months later after they took my fiancés money .. I could not respond so now I’ll be leaving my reviews all over. They are CROOKS and had the nerve to respond like my fiancé didn’t pay him when he paid them all year long and only did not pay when he went to prison. Almost 20 grand and they did nothing for him ….
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06 Nov, 2014 by Anonymous
I had to set up a meeting with the law firm that represented me in my case and Martha T. was appointed to talk to me. While talking to her she was constantly looking the Laptop and searching in her bag. It seemed that she was not interested in my concerns and it was extremely unprofessional and disrespectful. At one point in our conversation she raised her voice (almost screaming at me) and I told her to to stop raising her voice because I didn't come her to be treated in this way. I would not recommend here for any legal matter because she is very rude, unprofessional, disrespectful to the client(s) even though she gets paid through the client.
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01 Oct, 2020 by Amit gera
Howard came off as petty, extremely unprofessional, unresponsive, irate and frankly quite rude. He would not respond to countless e-mails, failed to answer countless phone calls, refused to return messages, and held hostage important files and paperwork without reason or merit. I would not recommend his services whatsoever.
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01 Oct, 2020 by Amit gera
Howard came off as petty, extremely unprofessional, unresponsive, irate and frankly quite rude. He would not respond to countless e-mails, failed to answer countless phone calls, refused to return messages, and held hostage important files and paperwork without reason or merit. I would not recommend his services whatsoever.
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16 Apr, 2012 by Anonymous
I had occasion to find myself in Judge Tillman's
court. The decision he renderwd has ABSULUTELY NOTHING
TO DO with this review!
He listened attentively to the plaintiff, as would be
expected. As the defendant, he seemed as if
he could care less about my testimony. I outright
refuted the plaintiff's facts and without a moment's
thought, the judge ruled in favor of the plaintiff!
I sat in the judge's courtroom on the first bench for well over an
hour and listened objectively to nine cases !
The judge sustained all of them in the plaintiff's
favor withour batting an eye!
I'm positive that my decision will be overturned
on appeal, but what about all those other people
who didn't get their fair Shake!
I feel certain that his decisions were entirely based
on quotas he had to reach!
A fair attorney needs to be open minded
and be able to hear out both sides objectively.
when taking on a case. If he feels uncomfortable
about his client, he shouldn't represent him.
As a judge and an attorney, in my opinion, he lacks that
ability. if my opinion is worth anything, i'd stay away from him.
If you find yourself in his court room, ask for a postponement !
Hopefully you'll get a much more objective
and open minded judge who isn't afraid to
make a decision that might impact his job !
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23 Dec, 2023 by Madina
he doesn't know anything about how he need to do hes job!!!!
i think he don't work any days like lawer
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16 Apr, 2014 by Anonymous
i hired Reba for a few of my cases which were mostly white collar crime.
his fees were fairly priced but his work was sloppy at one point i had a problem with the d.a office
due to Robert Ryba's lack of knowledge he made me sign a statement that was issues by d.a. office
which ended up incriminating my self.
Ryba never fights the battle he always settles with what the city/state has to offer.
he shows up to court always late and unprepared. how does a lawyer sit down with his clint and asks him what are we going to argue in court and how are we going to explain the situation
and one last note even after i paid him thousands of dollars he would still charge me for consultation every time i went to his office to the discuess my pending cases
i worked with Ryba in 2009 until today I'm still cleaning up the mistakes he coused me
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29 Nov, 2015 by Anonymous
We had a horrible experience with Attorney Stephanie Cohen. In our opinion you may want to very carefully consider hiring Attorney Stephanie Cohen for any Arbitration or any other case.
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01 Oct, 2020 by Amit gera
Howard came off as petty, extremely unprofessional, unresponsive, irate and frankly quite rude. He would not respond to countless e-mails, failed to answer countless phone calls, refused to return messages, and held hostage important files and paperwork without reason or merit. I would not recommend his services whatsoever.
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01 Oct, 2020 by Amit gera
Howard came off as petty, extremely unprofessional, unresponsive, irate and frankly quite rude. He would not respond to countless e-mails, failed to answer countless phone calls, refused to return messages, and held hostage important files and paperwork without reason or merit. I would not recommend his services whatsoever.
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27 Aug, 2019 by Anonymous
Changed my lawyer without informing me. Settled my case with all proffered an all documents. Post poor communication between clients an newly hired lawyers. Does not provide clients documents unless requested. Plays phone tag pasting the phone around the office to get rid of clients requests.
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21 May, 2013 by Cora
The absolute worst, stay away at all costs. Cookie cutter answers to complex or even simple problems, they didn't read or research what I wrote them and barely even showed up in court on time (over an hour late). Poor communication and even worse client management skill.
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01 Oct, 2020 by Amit gera
Howard came off as petty, extremely unprofessional, unresponsive, irate and frankly quite rude. He would not respond to countless e-mails, failed to answer countless phone calls, refused to return messages, and held hostage important files and paperwork without reason or merit. I would not recommend his services whatsoever.
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01 Oct, 2020 by Amit gera
Howard came off as petty, extremely unprofessional, unresponsive, irate and frankly quite rude. He would not respond to countless e-mails, failed to answer countless phone calls, refused to return messages, and held hostage important files and paperwork without reason or merit. I would not recommend his services whatsoever.
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23 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous
Ms. Adewale has handled my case for emergency assistance and was very nasty when it came to dealing with my case. She yelled on the phone and when I asked can she stop yelling at me. She responded that I needed to turn my back phone down. Ms.Adewale made me feel so little when finishing the call and all I could do is cry. Her title allows her to treat other human beings as though they are beneath her. If your case is in her hands good luck if you even get a word out. If she ever reads this. I would like her to know “ Just because she holds a high title doesn’t give her the right to belittle people who needs help.
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17 Feb, 2021 by Anonymous
this women does not care about her clients. only interested in money and she is beyond lazy. DO NOT USE HER.
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03 Nov, 2014 by Anonymous
I hired Shaun Reid to help me fight a workplace discrimination case. Shaun suggested to file a complaint to Division of Human Right, and he ensured me that i will be protected against retaliation from my supervisor. In August of 2014, I received a position letter to dismiss my complaint due to no evidence of “adverse employment action" by Division of Human Right. After the dismissal, I was trying to reach Shaun, and he never respond back to me. I called his office, and left messages to his cell phone several times without any response. I spent $3,000 with Shaun's complaint letter, and one weak rebuttal letter. I could have written these two letters myself, and maybe getting better response. The worst thing is Shaun's disappearance. I got even more harassment from my supervisor after my initial complaint to Division of Human Right ! Now I am about to get fire, and I don't have enough money to hire another lawyer. Please don't waste your money on this lawyer.
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03 Sep, 2013 by Anonymous
horrible experience ! she filed my paper work wrong and because of her mess up I had to give my tenant 8k to get out. in the end she even messed up paper work for the marshal to evict and had to wait an additional month. will never deal with her again! STAY AWAY!
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29 Jan, 2015 by Anonymous
This attorney (Vincent j. Andreassi )reviewed an NYC Parking Ticket. I gave proper evidence (pictures) and a proper argument as to why I should not be guilty. Looks like all he did was read the ticket and not even review the evidence just so he can get it out of his hands. Instead of the proper judgement he just wanted to collect his pay because in the end its about money and not justice.
Just another shoddy lawyer employed by the city to gain revenue. Avoid!!!!
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11 Jun, 2024 by Michael
Seriously lacks communication! Waited weeks to months for responses or updates. The issue also happened with another family member. If you want your probate, will or estate planning done in a timely fashion you need to go elsewhere. Good luck and sorry for your loss if you are reading this review.
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16 Jun, 2013 by Anonymous
1st arrest. I was charged with DWAI, common law DWI, and reckless driving. Despite being stopped at a checkpoint and having a BAC of .07%, which suggests that both the reckless and DWI would likely be dismissed if I took it to trial, Ms. Narumanchi ineptly tried to convince me to accept a plea to the DWAI - the only thing left to actually fight!
Furthermore, she scheduled my court date 2 months after my first hearing: even the judge questioned why so late on record. Either she is too busy or too lazy but taking on cases and then abandoning her clients is her method. I sent her 2 emails within 23 days of no communication. I suppose keeping me informed seemed to be such an outrageous request that she dropped me as a client. Lesson learned: Free legal aid means no legal aid. You get what you pay for.
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22 Nov, 2023 by Anonymous
Highly unprofessional!!! Doesn’t respond or push paperwork through maybe too busy or too many cases
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05 Apr, 2017 by Anonymous
If this is the Monica Sheehan who is a Legal- Aid attorney working out of the Brooklyn Court house she is a disgrace to the profession. She needs to retire. And Fast. She has no regard for anything and was not only disrespectful and rude, she had little to no regard for her clients. She repeatedly told her client to shut up, and to not ask stupid questions regarding his case. HIS CASE. If she is what it means to defend "poor new Yorkers" we are all better off in jail. Horrible person.
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