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19 Mar, 2020 by Jerry
My relationship with Rob Gurbacki started when I came to buffalo for college back in 1980. He had recently started his legal career & was referred to me by a friend.
Back then I was a spirited young whipper snapper who was just trying to keep my drivers license after to many speeding tickets
Over the years Rob & I have had a relationship that was as much professional as it was personal. The realm of advice & services he’s provided me, my friends, my business’s & my family have covered the gamut of things that life has thrown my way. I believe that till this day, Rob will still tell me, I’m the most interesting client he’s ever had.
Rob is as honest as the day is long, & over the years that honesty & integrity has helped protect & guide me through personal injury cases, business challenges & decisions, as well as family issues
My family, wife & I feel grateful to know Rob & have him in our world.
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26 Jul, 2016 by Emily
I would highly recommend Rob! He helped us through a very messy real estate deal on the purchase of our first home. We appreciate Rob's commitment to our case over several months and could not be happier with the outcome. We would certainly use Rob again in the future.
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23 Aug, 2013 by Joseph mruk
I have used Rob for several things over the last 6-7 years, he has also represented members of my family. Rob is very knowledgeable, friendly, straight forward, responsive and all other good qualities that you look for when you need counsel. He treats you like a personal friend and will follow through to the very last step, and then some, if needed. I am a very demanding client and Rob fulfilled all of my requests, highly recommend!
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21 Dec, 2023 by Scott
Robert steinhaus has got to be the best lawyer in New York state this guy is priceless. He will make you feel like you are his number one and that is facts you are not just a number. He goes above and beyond and he does not play games. I truly highly recommend Robert steinhaus as your next lawyer I have not ran across one person who does not know him or have anything negative to say of him all I hear is very highly positive feedback from so many individuals from so many different walks of life hats off to this guy. Thank you for everything you do for me my thank you for everything you do for my father and I
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15 Oct, 2016 by Anonymous
Randy has strong expertise in multiple aspects of contract law which impact large corporate, a variety of real estate , basic human resource and employee/family needs and community service agencies. He is an outstanding corporate attorney , who lends his skills to all aspects of organizational and specific employee needs to keep the larger company structure strong. An asset to anyone who needs a great lawyer.
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12 Aug, 2023 by Paul cohn
As unethical as they come! He represented me in my divorce and after busting him for colluding with opposing counsel, he maliciously filed my divorce papers incorrectly with the court which were subsequently rejected and purposely never informed me. I found out a year later that I was still married and had to retain another attorney to finalize the paperwork for the divorce. His nickname in college was “Shakey” because he shakes like a leaf in the courtroom, which does not portray confidence or competence.
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26 Jul, 2022 by Emoji lover6192948379
Friendly and Professional
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17 Dec, 2019 by Ben holmes
12 Aug, 2023 by Paul cohn
As unethical as they come! He represented me in my divorce and after busting him for colluding with opposing counsel, he maliciously filed my divorce papers incorrectly with the court which were subsequently rejected and purposely never informed me. I found out a year later that I was still married and had to retain another attorney to finalize the paperwork for the divorce. His nickname in college was “Shakey” because he shakes like a leaf in the courtroom, which does not portray confidence or competence.
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26 Jul, 2022 by Emoji lover6192948379
Friendly and Professional
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17 Dec, 2019 by Ben holmes
12 Aug, 2023 by Paul cohn
As unethical as they come! He represented me in my divorce and after busting him for colluding with opposing counsel, he maliciously filed my divorce papers incorrectly with the court which were subsequently rejected and purposely never informed me. I found out a year later that I was still married and had to retain another attorney to finalize the paperwork for the divorce. His nickname in college was “Shakey” because he shakes like a leaf in the courtroom, which does not portray confidence or competence.
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26 Jul, 2022 by Emoji lover6192948379
Friendly and Professional
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17 Dec, 2019 by Ben holmes
12 Aug, 2023 by Paul cohn
As unethical as they come! He represented me in my divorce and after busting him for colluding with opposing counsel, he maliciously filed my divorce papers incorrectly with the court which were subsequently rejected and purposely never informed me. I found out a year later that I was still married and had to retain another attorney to finalize the paperwork for the divorce. His nickname in college was “Shakey” because he shakes like a leaf in the courtroom, which does not portray confidence or competence.
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26 Jul, 2022 by Emoji lover6192948379
Friendly and Professional
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17 Dec, 2019 by Ben holmes
21 Dec, 2023 by Scott fischer
Robert steinhaus is One of the best lawyers in New York state highly recommended this guy knocks the ball out of the park he does not play games with the court system it doesn't matter who you are he will make you feel like you are his number one and that's facts you're not just a number
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20 Dec, 2023 by Scott fischer
Robert steinhaus has got to be one of the best badass lawyers in New York state. Robert goes above and beyond and really puts the boots to the courts. He has helped me out on some really major charges. And the outcome of these charges are way more phenomenal than any lawyer could probably get you. I highly recommend and I mean highly recommend hiring Robert Steinhaus as your attorney. . He's extremely well known everyone that I have mentioned my attorney to these were the words that I was told pretty much by 90% of them he is one badass lawyer that doesn't screw around. And that comes from all walks of life. I personally highly recommend you also asking about him to other people I've never heard not one bad thing about him. I've also been told he's very highly respected in the courtrooms and that I can see myself. Thank you Robert and for your team for everything they have ever done for me and my father much love and respect.
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17 Dec, 2023 by Amy s
22 Feb, 2024 by Anonymous
The most lazy, unprofessional attorney out there. She’s closed minded and lacks compassion. She’s only out to collect money by doing the LEAST amount of work possible. Very weak advocate and overall poor character as a human being.
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21 Dec, 2023 by Scott fischer
Robert steinhaus is One of the best lawyers in New York state highly recommended this guy knocks the ball out of the park he does not play games with the court system it doesn't matter who you are he will make you feel like you are his number one and that's facts you're not just a number
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20 Dec, 2023 by Scott fischer
Robert steinhaus has got to be one of the best badass lawyers in New York state. Robert goes above and beyond and really puts the boots to the courts. He has helped me out on some really major charges. And the outcome of these charges are way more phenomenal than any lawyer could probably get you. I highly recommend and I mean highly recommend hiring Robert Steinhaus as your attorney. . He's extremely well known everyone that I have mentioned my attorney to these were the words that I was told pretty much by 90% of them he is one badass lawyer that doesn't screw around. And that comes from all walks of life. I personally highly recommend you also asking about him to other people I've never heard not one bad thing about him. I've also been told he's very highly respected in the courtrooms and that I can see myself. Thank you Robert and for your team for everything they have ever done for me and my father much love and respect.
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03 Jan, 2023 by Rich
We used him because he was rec'd by the real estate agent we used to sell my fathers house.
What a mistake.
No accurate official closing statement. FedEx'd documents and then tells me to snd them back same and fails to enclose a pre-paid return. Closed on the house a week ago and I still do not have the funds and yet, the new owners have deconstructed the house already.
Claims to have "pictures" of the check (never in my life have I had an attorney say this) implying the deal is good as gold but yet we still don't have the money.
The storm played issues with closing but the right thing to do would have had both party's play by the same rules. Instead, we are sitting here wondering what in the heck is going on...
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23 Sep, 2020 by Anonymous
Called to seek services as a new home buyer. First question he asked if I had a realtor. I said yes. Then he asked who. I said why does it matter. He did not like that and kind of lost his cool. He told me that if I am going to keep secrets then he is not my guy and hung up the phone.
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08 Sep, 2024 by Anonymous
Terrible person. The way he treats people is disgusting. He uses people to climb to the top. It doesn’t matter how low he has to hit, he will ruin someone’s life before being honest
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