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23 Jul, 2024 by Robert lindsey
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10 Jul, 2024 by Rebecca kaufman
Our attorney, Alexis Kaplan, answered our questions timely and knowledgeably. She responded to our emails quickly and her pricing was fair. We had a very good experience.
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21 May, 2024 by Olga kuperman
I had a wonderful experience getting my estate paperwork completed with Att. Kaplan. Responsive, professional, with transparent pricing, Att. Kaplan explained all the details and nuances, answered all my questions and made the entire process easy and understandable. I highly recommend hiring Att. Kaplan for your estate needs.
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27 Aug, 2024 by Harmonize
It is hard to overstate how positive my family’s two experiences with Atty. Asaf Sarno have been. If one were to sit down and describe the qualities of a great criminal defense attorney, you would describe Atty. Sarno. In the first case, a close family member with substance use issues was already on probation for non-violent related offenses when he re-offended. His case was referred to Superior Court where he was indicted and faced up to 5 years in a state penitentiary. He even failed to appear for a hearing. Fortunately, Asaf was available to take the case. Asaf deftly took advantage of errors and weaknesses in the state’s case. He also researched the sentencing history for similar cases, including that of the assigned judge. He also employed a PI to obtain relevant info to bolster the case. Although the DA’s office refused to make an acceptable plea deal, Asaf was confident that the case would resolve acceptably. In the end, the accused received extended probation – far better than jail time. At all times, Asaf remained positive and optimistic. With his client’s permission, he kept us family in the loop so that we could be appropriately supportive. (We also attended every court appearance which Asaf assured us was very helpful.) Meanwhile, another case (i.e. a different non-violent offense while under the influence) had been simmering for 2 ½ years. The original defense lawyer had assumed it would settle quickly. However, the prosecution again would not agree to an acceptable plea deal. It was apparent that the case would go to trial. It felt like a lost cause. My family member decided to get a 2nd opinion from Atty. Sarno. He instantly greeted us with positive energy and enthusiasm even before we explained the reason for calling him. We agreed to pay his reasonable fee to review the case. No guarantees but based on Asaf’s thorough review he presented three distinct approaches to the defense. Based on this and the prior experience with Asaf, he was hired to take over the case. Attorney Sarno worked hard on this case, appropriately hiring a PI and a forensic psychologist to bolster the defense. Importantly, Asaf ALWAYS returned calls and emails in a timely manner – typically within 24 hours, even when he was in court on another trial. Also with his guidance, we solicited letters of support from family members, former counselors, etc.. All this led to being as prepared as possible for the trial. Asaf made a vigorous defense, for which he was congratulated by the judge! In the end, my family member was given probation with some strict but reasonable conditions – much better than the what the state had previously insisted on. Now my family member has a reasonable shot at wellness because staying in a treatment program is now possible. There are many factors that play into the outcome of a criminal trial – the strength of the evidence, the skill and determination of the prosecution, the judge assigned, the defendant’s history, and the degree of support by family and friends. But certainly, a HUGE factor is the SKILL, DETERMINATION, POSITIVE DEMEANOR, and WORK ETHIC of the defense counsel. Asaf brings all of those qualities to his work – to an EXCEPTIONALLY high degree! Moreover, Atty. Asaf Sarno’s enthusiasm for his profession and dedication to his clients are what make him a head-and-shoulders standout in the criminal defense bar. I hope you never need the criminal defense skills of Attorney Asaf Sarno, but if you’re reading this there’s a good chance you do. My advice: HIRE HIM!
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24 Jul, 2024 by Glenn sawyer
Did an amazing job made me feel like I wasn't just another case made me feel respected did a great job for me and my family
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31 May, 2024 by Grimelab
I have nothing but good things to say about Attorney Sarno. I was charged with multiple counts of possession of a large capacity firearm without a FID card, facing up to 10 years in prison on each count, and Attorney Sarno was able to negotiate a custodial sentence of only 15 months (after the prosecutor pushed the court for 2x that amount) and three years' probation. Through additional research and investigation, Attorney Sarno uncovered multiple instances of misconduct committed by the District Attorney's Office and local PD, resulting in my probation sentence being cut in half! Attorney Sarno went far above and beyond my expectations for a criminal defense attorney. I am grateful for his diligence, expertise, and relentless effort to get the best possible outcome for me. I would whole-heartedly recommend Attorney Sarno to anyone who needs the BEST legal representation possible!
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17 Nov, 2023 by Michael
"I can't express enough gratitude for the exceptional legal support provided by Attorney Adam Avratin. Their unwavering dedication, expertise, and compassion guided our family through a challenging legal matter. From the initial consultation to the final resolution, Attorney Avratin demonstrated a profound understanding of family law, ensuring our rights were protected. Their clear communication, strategic approach, and genuine concern for our well-being made a daunting process more manageable. If you're seeking a family attorney who truly cares about their clients and delivers outstanding results, I wholeheartedly recommend Attorney Adam Avratin!
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23 Jun, 2022 by Marilois
Attorney Avratin is not only a skilled lawyer, but very compassionate and familiar with all kinds of family dynamics. Don't let his empathy fool you - he can be tough when needed. He knows how to navigate courts and represent his clients.
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31 May, 2021 by Soraya
I contacted two others Divorce lawyers they give me a second appointment but never get back to me. Friend of mine give me Mr. Avratin Adam telephone number and he gives me an appointment and follows up with me. I am so grateful for your passion, dedication, and professionalism. He shows up to the court days and be with me when I need it the most. The Best. Thank you! .... Clarke.
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12 Dec, 2023 by Antonio
Gary and his team were amazing in supporting me, during a very difficult time in my life. Throughout my divorce and child custody process, Gary showed great empathy and genuinely cared about my case. I was coming from a bad experience with another attorney, but Gary and his team gave me faith in believing in the system again. They never made me feel alone and held my hand along the way. I couldn’t have had a better attorney representing me in court
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29 Nov, 2023 by Anonymous
Gary was phenomenal to work with during my divorce! I sincerely felt that he always had the best interests of my children and me at heart during my divorce. He checked in with me regularly to ensure I understood all of my options and handled all negotiations with confidence and compassion. Each and every step of the way was carefully thought out and no stone was left unturned. I could not have asked for better representation. Thank you Gary (and Helene) for getting me through the most difficult time of my life!
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07 Aug, 2021 by Anonymous
I found Gary Avratin through a friend of a friend and immediately could tell that he would be the right advocate for me as I unraveled a 20+ year marriage. By the time I found Gary, I had been considering divorce for a couple of years so I’ve interviewed multiple other attorneys and a mediator. In each of those interviews I was quickly told that there was not much to be done, we would just split things 50/50, including time with our child. No one else bothered to listen to all the facts behind what I was seeking. Gary listened and then negotiated a fair settlement with the help of a mediator. The process was not simple but Gary used his determination and knowledge to push through it all with my best interests in mind. I selected Gary because he is clearly a tough-as-nails litigator who will fight for his clients with passion and I knew I needed someone who could effectively do that for me. At the same time, Gary is ultimately seeking fairness and a final agreement that allows his clients to have a decent relationship with their ex so that that they can co-parent for years to come. That approach makes a difference because, because you don’t want to destroy the chances of being able to co-parent. By seeking fairness, Gary allowed me to walk away from the process with an amicable relationship with my ex. Gary and his assistant, Helene, are incredibly busy but responded when I needed quick answers. When I reached out with more urgent matters, I got help within minutes. One has to remember that Gary and Helene are handling many, many other cases, and when they are working with a client, that client gets their 100% full attention. I have witnessed other attorneys who spend meetings texting and emailing about other cases and that is simply not how Gary operates. Also, they weren’t out to nickel and dime me; they did things that were important and checked what I sent them but they would suggest that I do a lot of the financial work myself to save time and money. They called with questions about the paperwork I sent to make sure I hadn’t made any mistakes or forgotten important details. Also of importance, is that Gary is very well known in eastern Massachusetts courts, especially Norfolk County, and he is well respected by judges, clerks, attorneys and mediators alike. Divorce is not fun and it’s likely not easy for anyone. It’s important to find someone who can guide you through the process and prepare you to start the next chapter of your life. Gary made a tough situation better by caring about me and my child and how each element of the agreement could be the best outcome for us.
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24 Nov, 2015 by Kerri
Karen helped me through one of the most difficult experiences of my life. Karen was supportive, compassionate, professional and empathetic. She was always easily reachable by email or phone. She took the time to explain the process, understand my options, and guide me along the way. I have no hesitation on recommending Karen as an attorney.
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05 Oct, 2015 by Anonymous
I found Attorney Walker to be attentive, patient, thoughtful and a good listener. She advised me of my options and let me decide.....She was emphatic throughout the proceedings...... A good attorney.....
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28 Sep, 2015 by Victor
A true professional, knowledgeable, courteous and very patient. Karen guided me through the divorce process in clear and concise language, taking the time to explain any legal processes and terms that I did not understand (and there were many) and made an otherwise stressful situation very smooth. As a newcomer to the legal system, she guided me from beginning to end. Her mediation expertise and sound advice assured me I had made the right choice hiring her.
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28 Nov, 2018 by Marc
Matt did a wonderful job creating our family wills and trusts. He did it in a short amount of time and at a very reasonable price. He has a calming personality and we will be using him for ALL our other legal matters.
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08 Sep, 2014 by Anonymous
Although the process of selling and buying a home is complex and often frustrating I was extremely fortunate to have worked with Matt for both of these events. Throughout the process he communicated clearly and was very thorough. During negotiations of the Purchase and Sale for our new home he was able to explain things in a maner which were easy to understand. Matt also made good suggestions about what we needed to get clarification on from the seller. For example, the seller had a clause in there that he could sell the home prior to us buying it. This turned out to be for tax purposes and ended up being acceptable to us, but there were about a half dozen red flags which Matt brought to our attention. When the bank had issues during our closing, Matt was able to get everything in order so that we could still close. Whenever we had questions, he was responsive and above all I found him to be very trustworthy. Thanks Matt!
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03 Aug, 2014 by Dan b
We used Matt when we decided to sell our house. It was our first time, and we were working on a tight deadline as we had already purchased our new home. Matt came highly recommended. We ran into some potential property line issues and some title search issues amd Matt worked quickly to resolve them in plenty of time before our set closing deadline. We would highly recommend him, and would use him again for any real estate stuff in the future.
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23 Nov, 2020 by Helyn
I referred Joe to my brother before he passed. Joe handled his estate. Joe was very kind and showed much compassion and consideration towards my brother. I am utilizing his services and will continue to refer my associates to him.
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05 Apr, 2016 by Rui
Im so thankful to attorney Joseph to helped me at first time to achieve my business to become corporation and was done successfully and well established in Massachusetts.In addition he give me advised and support with contracts so I could increase my business..I'm appreciated his services and I higher recomend to everyone.
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29 Mar, 2016 by Alfonso
We have worked with Joe on various occasions. He helped us with my parents' Mass Health filing and also helped us establish a trust and estate planning. Joseph was very helpful; his knowledge about our needs and expertise was greatly appreciated. We feel confident that his advise will turn out beneficial in achieving our retirement needs. We highly recommend Joseph.
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02 Nov, 2016 by Anonymous
Mr. Greene helped with work through my divorce and financial difficulties. He was courteous , professional, and very responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend Mr. Greene to anyone who needed professional legal advice.
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14 Sep, 2016 by Alan
I used Mr. Greene for my bankruptcy and he made it very easy for me through this difficult transaction. Mr. Greene also mediated my divorce in a very professional manner and followed through with guiding me through the final divorce.
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13 Sep, 2016 by Anonymous
I first hired Attorney Greene for a real estate development I purchased over 30 years ago to assist myself and two partners, to prepare the enabling documents and to provide assistance in securing commercial financing.
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29 Oct, 2016 by Mike
Without getting into details David saved my family from the untold horrors of family probate court. With his help we settled things and are now working together towards our future. If you need help with family law he is the guy for the job. Very professional,very kind, very smart. Qualities not offten lumped together in the area of attorneys.
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19 Jan, 2016 by Jayson
I worked with David over a few years on a custody case. I feel he was very thorough and kept my best interest and the overall best interest of my family in mind. He was very helpful through the whole process and kept me informed of what was going to happen and what to expect. If I ever needed an attorney in his expertise field again he would be the first person I would contact. I would also contact his for a referral for an attorney with a different set of skills if needed.
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16 Jan, 2016 by Ann
Divorces, trusts, will.. David does it all. He's a knowledgeable compassionate man who fights hard to get his clients the best outcome he can for their cases. He handle my divorce case so brilliantly that even before it was settled, I knew he was going to be my family lawyer. There is absolutely no one else I would turn to for legal advice.
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19 May, 2011 by Patricia
When I thought my world was coming to an end, I began searching the net, my daughter was having some difficult times at school,she was depress and I was too.I called attorney Sam Schoenfield with his knowleade and understanding of the educational law,he walked me through everything I needed,am so greatful,I which I met him years ago.
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22 Feb, 2010 by Anonymous
Sam was knowledgeable, responsive and very sensitive to the needs of my family. He was an excellent counselor as we worked through a difficult situation, and I would definitely recommend him to others.
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26 Jul, 2013 by Anonymous
Kevin's representation was outstanding. I would recommend him to anyone facing professional conduct allegations.
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02 Dec, 2011 by Anonymous
smart, well spoken with great attention to detail. Kevin will provide you with a very high level of legal representation. Very responsive to questions. I strongly recommend you hire him as your legal counsel
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20 Jul, 2021 by Elizabeth
Working with Attorney Sweeney is assuring how astute, thorough and know-how of the case management components encountered. Great results also.
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21 Mar, 2016 by Anonymous
Mr. Mahoney was an excellent attorney. When he says "we protect those you love and safeguard your assets." He truly means that. We wanted a will that would protect our children in the future. He knew what he was doing, and really come through for our family in our time of need. If you want an Attorney to come through for you, and really get the job done correctly he is right for you. Not to mention he calls me on my birthday. That is excellent service!
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29 Jun, 2011 by Anonymous
David Omiunu is a well spoken, knowledgeable attorney who was successful in getting the end result we were looking for - a conviction (he was the lead prosecutor in a criminal matter). I would recommend him to anyone who is looking for an attorney who gets the job done.
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19 Jun, 2009 by Anonymous
I was referred to attorney Tsiamis by the Boston lawyers referral service because I had a residential housing problem. I was so impressed by his knowledge, his honesty, his understanding. He's so smart, really he stands out among all lawyers in his professional field.: he's the best !. His professional help meant a lot for me. I'd recommend this lawyer to any person who has a real estate, landlord-tenant problem: you can rely on him.
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27 Aug, 2024 by Harmonize
It is hard to overstate how positive my family’s two experiences with Atty. Asaf Sarno have been. If one were to sit down and describe the qualities of a great criminal defense attorney, you would describe Atty. Sarno. In the first case, a close family member with substance use issues was already on probation for non-violent related offenses when he re-offended. His case was referred to Superior Court where he was indicted and faced up to 5 years in a state penitentiary. He even failed to appear for a hearing. Fortunately, Asaf was available to take the case. Asaf deftly took advantage of errors and weaknesses in the state’s case. He also researched the sentencing history for similar cases, including that of the assigned judge. He also employed a PI to obtain relevant info to bolster the case. Although the DA’s office refused to make an acceptable plea deal, Asaf was confident that the case would resolve acceptably. In the end, the accused received extended probation – far better than jail time. At all times, Asaf remained positive and optimistic. With his client’s permission, he kept us family in the loop so that we could be appropriately supportive. (We also attended every court appearance which Asaf assured us was very helpful.) Meanwhile, another case (i.e. a different non-violent offense while under the influence) had been simmering for 2 ½ years. The original defense lawyer had assumed it would settle quickly. However, the prosecution again would not agree to an acceptable plea deal. It was apparent that the case would go to trial. It felt like a lost cause. My family member decided to get a 2nd opinion from Atty. Sarno. He instantly greeted us with positive energy and enthusiasm even before we explained the reason for calling him. We agreed to pay his reasonable fee to review the case. No guarantees but based on Asaf’s thorough review he presented three distinct approaches to the defense. Based on this and the prior experience with Asaf, he was hired to take over the case. Attorney Sarno worked hard on this case, appropriately hiring a PI and a forensic psychologist to bolster the defense. Importantly, Asaf ALWAYS returned calls and emails in a timely manner – typically within 24 hours, even when he was in court on another trial. Also with his guidance, we solicited letters of support from family members, former counselors, etc.. All this led to being as prepared as possible for the trial. Asaf made a vigorous defense, for which he was congratulated by the judge! In the end, my family member was given probation with some strict but reasonable conditions – much better than the what the state had previously insisted on. Now my family member has a reasonable shot at wellness because staying in a treatment program is now possible. There are many factors that play into the outcome of a criminal trial – the strength of the evidence, the skill and determination of the prosecution, the judge assigned, the defendant’s history, and the degree of support by family and friends. But certainly, a HUGE factor is the SKILL, DETERMINATION, POSITIVE DEMEANOR, and WORK ETHIC of the defense counsel. Asaf brings all of those qualities to his work – to an EXCEPTIONALLY high degree! Moreover, Atty. Asaf Sarno’s enthusiasm for his profession and dedication to his clients are what make him a head-and-shoulders standout in the criminal defense bar. I hope you never need the criminal defense skills of Attorney Asaf Sarno, but if you’re reading this there’s a good chance you do. My advice: HIRE HIM!
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24 Jul, 2024 by Glenn sawyer
Did an amazing job made me feel like I wasn't just another case made me feel respected did a great job for me and my family
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31 May, 2024 by Grimelab
I have nothing but good things to say about Attorney Sarno. I was charged with multiple counts of possession of a large capacity firearm without a FID card, facing up to 10 years in prison on each count, and Attorney Sarno was able to negotiate a custodial sentence of only 15 months (after the prosecutor pushed the court for 2x that amount) and three years' probation. Through additional research and investigation, Attorney Sarno uncovered multiple instances of misconduct committed by the District Attorney's Office and local PD, resulting in my probation sentence being cut in half! Attorney Sarno went far above and beyond my expectations for a criminal defense attorney. I am grateful for his diligence, expertise, and relentless effort to get the best possible outcome for me. I would whole-heartedly recommend Attorney Sarno to anyone who needs the BEST legal representation possible!
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27 Aug, 2024 by Harmonize
It is hard to overstate how positive my family’s two experiences with Atty. Asaf Sarno have been. If one were to sit down and describe the qualities of a great criminal defense attorney, you would describe Atty. Sarno. In the first case, a close family member with substance use issues was already on probation for non-violent related offenses when he re-offended. His case was referred to Superior Court where he was indicted and faced up to 5 years in a state penitentiary. He even failed to appear for a hearing. Fortunately, Asaf was available to take the case. Asaf deftly took advantage of errors and weaknesses in the state’s case. He also researched the sentencing history for similar cases, including that of the assigned judge. He also employed a PI to obtain relevant info to bolster the case. Although the DA’s office refused to make an acceptable plea deal, Asaf was confident that the case would resolve acceptably. In the end, the accused received extended probation – far better than jail time. At all times, Asaf remained positive and optimistic. With his client’s permission, he kept us family in the loop so that we could be appropriately supportive. (We also attended every court appearance which Asaf assured us was very helpful.) Meanwhile, another case (i.e. a different non-violent offense while under the influence) had been simmering for 2 ½ years. The original defense lawyer had assumed it would settle quickly. However, the prosecution again would not agree to an acceptable plea deal. It was apparent that the case would go to trial. It felt like a lost cause. My family member decided to get a 2nd opinion from Atty. Sarno. He instantly greeted us with positive energy and enthusiasm even before we explained the reason for calling him. We agreed to pay his reasonable fee to review the case. No guarantees but based on Asaf’s thorough review he presented three distinct approaches to the defense. Based on this and the prior experience with Asaf, he was hired to take over the case. Attorney Sarno worked hard on this case, appropriately hiring a PI and a forensic psychologist to bolster the defense. Importantly, Asaf ALWAYS returned calls and emails in a timely manner – typically within 24 hours, even when he was in court on another trial. Also with his guidance, we solicited letters of support from family members, former counselors, etc.. All this led to being as prepared as possible for the trial. Asaf made a vigorous defense, for which he was congratulated by the judge! In the end, my family member was given probation with some strict but reasonable conditions – much better than the what the state had previously insisted on. Now my family member has a reasonable shot at wellness because staying in a treatment program is now possible. There are many factors that play into the outcome of a criminal trial – the strength of the evidence, the skill and determination of the prosecution, the judge assigned, the defendant’s history, and the degree of support by family and friends. But certainly, a HUGE factor is the SKILL, DETERMINATION, POSITIVE DEMEANOR, and WORK ETHIC of the defense counsel. Asaf brings all of those qualities to his work – to an EXCEPTIONALLY high degree! Moreover, Atty. Asaf Sarno’s enthusiasm for his profession and dedication to his clients are what make him a head-and-shoulders standout in the criminal defense bar. I hope you never need the criminal defense skills of Attorney Asaf Sarno, but if you’re reading this there’s a good chance you do. My advice: HIRE HIM!
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24 Jul, 2024 by Glenn sawyer
Did an amazing job made me feel like I wasn't just another case made me feel respected did a great job for me and my family
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31 May, 2024 by Grimelab
I have nothing but good things to say about Attorney Sarno. I was charged with multiple counts of possession of a large capacity firearm without a FID card, facing up to 10 years in prison on each count, and Attorney Sarno was able to negotiate a custodial sentence of only 15 months (after the prosecutor pushed the court for 2x that amount) and three years' probation. Through additional research and investigation, Attorney Sarno uncovered multiple instances of misconduct committed by the District Attorney's Office and local PD, resulting in my probation sentence being cut in half! Attorney Sarno went far above and beyond my expectations for a criminal defense attorney. I am grateful for his diligence, expertise, and relentless effort to get the best possible outcome for me. I would whole-heartedly recommend Attorney Sarno to anyone who needs the BEST legal representation possible!
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23 Jul, 2024 by Robert lindsey
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10 Jul, 2024 by Rebecca kaufman
Our attorney, Alexis Kaplan, answered our questions timely and knowledgeably. She responded to our emails quickly and her pricing was fair. We had a very good experience.
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21 May, 2024 by Olga kuperman
I had a wonderful experience getting my estate paperwork completed with Att. Kaplan. Responsive, professional, with transparent pricing, Att. Kaplan explained all the details and nuances, answered all my questions and made the entire process easy and understandable. I highly recommend hiring Att. Kaplan for your estate needs.
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27 Aug, 2024 by Harmonize
It is hard to overstate how positive my family’s two experiences with Atty. Asaf Sarno have been. If one were to sit down and describe the qualities of a great criminal defense attorney, you would describe Atty. Sarno. In the first case, a close family member with substance use issues was already on probation for non-violent related offenses when he re-offended. His case was referred to Superior Court where he was indicted and faced up to 5 years in a state penitentiary. He even failed to appear for a hearing. Fortunately, Asaf was available to take the case. Asaf deftly took advantage of errors and weaknesses in the state’s case. He also researched the sentencing history for similar cases, including that of the assigned judge. He also employed a PI to obtain relevant info to bolster the case. Although the DA’s office refused to make an acceptable plea deal, Asaf was confident that the case would resolve acceptably. In the end, the accused received extended probation – far better than jail time. At all times, Asaf remained positive and optimistic. With his client’s permission, he kept us family in the loop so that we could be appropriately supportive. (We also attended every court appearance which Asaf assured us was very helpful.) Meanwhile, another case (i.e. a different non-violent offense while under the influence) had been simmering for 2 ½ years. The original defense lawyer had assumed it would settle quickly. However, the prosecution again would not agree to an acceptable plea deal. It was apparent that the case would go to trial. It felt like a lost cause. My family member decided to get a 2nd opinion from Atty. Sarno. He instantly greeted us with positive energy and enthusiasm even before we explained the reason for calling him. We agreed to pay his reasonable fee to review the case. No guarantees but based on Asaf’s thorough review he presented three distinct approaches to the defense. Based on this and the prior experience with Asaf, he was hired to take over the case. Attorney Sarno worked hard on this case, appropriately hiring a PI and a forensic psychologist to bolster the defense. Importantly, Asaf ALWAYS returned calls and emails in a timely manner – typically within 24 hours, even when he was in court on another trial. Also with his guidance, we solicited letters of support from family members, former counselors, etc.. All this led to being as prepared as possible for the trial. Asaf made a vigorous defense, for which he was congratulated by the judge! In the end, my family member was given probation with some strict but reasonable conditions – much better than the what the state had previously insisted on. Now my family member has a reasonable shot at wellness because staying in a treatment program is now possible. There are many factors that play into the outcome of a criminal trial – the strength of the evidence, the skill and determination of the prosecution, the judge assigned, the defendant’s history, and the degree of support by family and friends. But certainly, a HUGE factor is the SKILL, DETERMINATION, POSITIVE DEMEANOR, and WORK ETHIC of the defense counsel. Asaf brings all of those qualities to his work – to an EXCEPTIONALLY high degree! Moreover, Atty. Asaf Sarno’s enthusiasm for his profession and dedication to his clients are what make him a head-and-shoulders standout in the criminal defense bar. I hope you never need the criminal defense skills of Attorney Asaf Sarno, but if you’re reading this there’s a good chance you do. My advice: HIRE HIM!
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24 Jul, 2024 by Glenn sawyer
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31 May, 2024 by Grimelab
I have nothing but good things to say about Attorney Sarno. I was charged with multiple counts of possession of a large capacity firearm without a FID card, facing up to 10 years in prison on each count, and Attorney Sarno was able to negotiate a custodial sentence of only 15 months (after the prosecutor pushed the court for 2x that amount) and three years' probation. Through additional research and investigation, Attorney Sarno uncovered multiple instances of misconduct committed by the District Attorney's Office and local PD, resulting in my probation sentence being cut in half! Attorney Sarno went far above and beyond my expectations for a criminal defense attorney. I am grateful for his diligence, expertise, and relentless effort to get the best possible outcome for me. I would whole-heartedly recommend Attorney Sarno to anyone who needs the BEST legal representation possible!
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22 Oct, 2020 by Anonymous
She dragged out the divorce through repeated meetings reviewing the same old information. Worse, she kept claiming she was going handle subpoenas for discovery but ended up doing NONE. Even the judge at the final day in court chastised her. If you want to spend tens of thousands of dollars and get destroyed, go for it. Otherwise, run and find anyone else.
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11 Feb, 2020 by M
Reuki was the best lawyer i couldad have worked with. She is very professional, responsive, supportive, and knowledgable. She know the law accurately, goes above and beyond to address concerns and is firm where she needs to be. Reuki was always within reach and was efficient. I have recommended her to many others! She will be the first person i turn to if ever needed again! Thank you for everything !
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20 Dec, 2018 by Anonymous
Very helpful takes her time to explain everything! Fast with responding!! Could not ask for anyone better!!
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14 Apr, 2017 by Mary v.
Over the past decade Kevin has assisted me with a number of legal matters in multiple jurisdictions. I have seen him in action and have been able to compare him to other lawyers. He deserves the highest rating possible. I value his counsel and he is my first call for all things legal. In every engagement Kevin has acted in a professional manner and he has always worked diligently to achieve the best possible outcome. Kevin communicates well and he is always prompt in returning calls and emails. When faced with an emergency he is the guy to call as he will drop everything for a client who is truly in need. He is also reachable at any time and you will find that his email signature line includes his email address, direct dial number, and his personal cell number so if you have to reach him at night or on the weekends you can
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21 Apr, 2016 by Ls
Kevin was working on a condo issue with us. His initial response was slow to start followed by 3 letters to our condo associate, followed by a $2500 bill and then nothing. After paying we never heard from Kevin again. He will waste your time and your money - don't bother.
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19 Feb, 2023 by Jann
All one has to do is go to my website to realize he should have known better than to hire another attorney to libel, harass and threaten me. All contained here: https://www.cantonconfidential.info/
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