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26 Jan, 2014 by Anonymous
Michelle worked with me for about a year and a half, nearly five years ago, to help me through my divorce. I feel so fortunate to have been referred to her, as she brought such professionalism, integrity, preparedness, and compassion to the table. Prior to her move back east from California, we were able to finally finalize my case, however, when I was taken back to court just a year later and I had to search for another attorney, I knew it would be difficult , if not impossible to find the same competency and spirit that I so appreciated with Michelle. She is great at what she does and has a heart for her clients. I will always appreciate the work she did for me and would highly recommend her services to anyone.
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27 Jan, 2009 by Anonymous
I have researched and meet with many attorneys and Michelle Kennedy is the only one that I have found who is truly fair and honest. She is extremely professional in and out of the court room and is always prepared. I highly recommend Michelle Kennedy because I personally feel out of ALL of my experiences with her, that she really has a heart for what she does.
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10 May, 2021 by Ryan
I highly recommend Bruce Mason is has been my family court lawyer since 2002 he fought for my rights as a single father and in the end he got me residential custody of my 1 daughter since then I had my second daughter in 07 and he has done a very good job fighting for the best interest of my youngest daughter's rights as well as my rights to my daughter..
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29 Jul, 2024 by Brianna utter
Lauren was recommended to us and very we’re very happy that she assisted us. She answered all our questions and took care of everything. We would recommend Lauren to anyone who is doing estate planning. - Cindy Utter
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09 Jul, 2024 by Paul landers
Wonderful experience! Lauren and her staff assisted us with the sale of our home. They are friendly, professional and responsive. Great to have another legal team option in Cooperstown.
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12 Jun, 2024 by Margaret kindling
Lauren walked us through all the necessary steps to ensure we fully understood all documents before signing (even going so far as providing a video walk-through of each document in advance). We felt confident in her knowledge and expertise in the law. All fees were explained upfront, and we found Lauren to be very ethical in all her work with us. We would highly recommend Lauren Glynn Law.
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06 Nov, 2014 by Bill
Devin has never let me down. Always quick to answer all my questions with great advise. Will continue to use his services and recommend highly.
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06 Nov, 2014 by Anonymous
We're a small company with significant IP. Devin has helped us on many fronts. We've dealt with many attorneys over the years but Devin is different in a most appreciated way. Frankly, he truly cares. His knowledge, professionalism, and willingness to calmly and patiently navigate options with us has only been matched by his sincerity and empathy.
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03 Nov, 2014 by David
Unbelievably high quality service, public relation skills and customers satisfaction effort.
This are just few of many reasons I use their services for many years when it comes for a need of the legal assistance.
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28 Jan, 2021 by Anonymous
Buying my first house I looked for the perfect attorney to help with the process. I definitely found the right one! Amanda, Ryan's paralegal, helped the process be stress free and QUICK! She was on top of everything, including reminder emails to the bank that was taking its time. This law office really shows passion in its work with their clients and I highly recommend them.
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27 Jan, 2021 by Anonymous
Happy to have them on my team. They helped me in the purchase of a home and I was pleased with the results and with their help through the process
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13 Jan, 2021 by Renee
Ryan represented us in the sale and purchase of our homes. We are so pleased with his services and highly recommend him. Ryan and his paralegal, Amanda, were friendly, responsive, and completed everything very quickly. When we had difficulties with our buyers, they followed up and helped to move our transaction along. Thank you for everything!!
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01 Feb, 2023 by Rick card
Great communication and Ryan always is looking out for clients best interest!
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23 Aug, 2021 by George knarich
Excellent Attorney!!
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23 Aug, 2021 by S white
01 Feb, 2023 by Rick card
Great communication and Ryan always is looking out for clients best interest!
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23 Aug, 2021 by George knarich
Excellent Attorney!!
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23 Aug, 2021 by S white
14 Mar, 2024 by Lyn lyn
Seemed unprofessional and sort of rude. There are professional ways of saying things...the first point of contact lacked customer service skills and had a rude tone. Just not needed when people come to you looking for help.
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08 Jul, 2022 by Redkinggm
They always handle my closings, there's no one better.
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24 Oct, 2021 by Robert builder
Mr. Gozigian is the most respected lawyer in our area. I would trust him with any legal work I ever encounter. He is beyond professional and effective.
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01 Feb, 2018 by Sandra
She is helping me with my cases for my son and she is doing what she think should be done
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07 Sep, 2023 by Daniel
Assigned to represent me (in fact represented herself) for a year in two matters. She could not have done less preparation. She cost me two major court losses - I was able to reduce/mitigate in later, self-representation. If you get assigned her, pray. If you are thinking of hiring her, send the money to me and slap yourself as hard as possible across the face - you'll end up with a better overall outcome.
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07 Jun, 2023 by Johnson
Worst lawyer ever . Glad she was appointed for free . Had to fire her because she does not know the law nor knows how to be compassionate. Called me while at the gym to discuss a case . Unprofessional
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03 Sep, 2021 by Anonymous
Randel Scharf is a CROOK! He took $7500 from me for a case that was withdrawn 3 days after I paid him and he chose to never respond to me or give me any sort of invoice once he learned the case wasn’t moving forward. This man is mentally ill. He informed me that he went to Mexico to “move money around” and while he was there he hallucinated that he was charged with murder. He’s currently under review by the 5th democrats and family court for Mental Illness. He is NOT a competent lawyer and has had NUMEROUS incidents in Cooperstown where he has taken a clients money and didn’t do anything on their behalf. DO NOT use this man as your lawyer unless you want to lose your case and thousands of dollars! He has not been mentally well since 2005. He is NOT mentally capable of being a decent lawyer. He needs to lose his license. I have filed a complaint with the 5th department. I’m not the first.
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