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30 Sep, 2024 by Abigail
Jeannine was so amazing to work with, she took the time to explain with detail why and what throughout the entire home buying process. Although our sellers were in a sticky situation, Jeannine was able to work with their very difficult lawyer to get us to close in faster than expected timeframe. She went above and beyond all of our expectations and was always available via text, phone and email. We are grateful for her patience and her kindness, her commitment and loyalty to us! She’s the definition of ethical and fair, we were proud she was representing us, always respectful while diligent! Highly recommend!
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09 Sep, 2020 by D sds
We chose Jeannine based on past reviews, so I thought I'd leave reviews for her where I can, too. She was a godsend, representing us as we bought a home during the whirlwind real estate market of this pandemic. She was so patient in explaining everything to us, she was remarkably responsive to emails, calls, and texts, and she looked out for our interests at every opportunity. I would absolutely work with Jeannine again and I highly recommend her.
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08 Sep, 2020 by Danie
Jeannine is absolutely, as a prior review says, a gem. As unsure first-time homebuyers who rarely need to consult lawyers for anything at all, we were lucky to find Jeannine here on Avvo. She is patient, thorough, responsive, and so, so kind. She manages to explain the intricacies of contracts and procedures with humor and clarity. She brought our stress level down many notches during this process.
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10 Dec, 2024 by Del/tyler
Ken made our closing seamless and easy. He was organized, timely, and responsive. He was recommended to us by our broker and if we buy another house we will definitely use him! Strongly recommend
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09 Dec, 2024 by Anonymous
My family and I were selling a coop and Ken took the time to guide us through the entire closing process. He was always very helpful and available whenever you had questions. No matter when, he would always respond promptly. He made the whole closing process go smoothly. I definitely recommend Ken to anyone interested in buying or selling property.
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30 Sep, 2024 by Jodi jewett
Loretta Miraglia was an exceptional mediator throughout the divorce process. She was incredibly patient, understanding, and made what could have been a very challenging experience much easier. Her professionalism and calm demeanor helped facilitate productive discussions, and she always made sure both parties felt heard and respected. I highly recommend her mediation services to anyone seeking a fair and smooth resolution.
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23 Apr, 2024 by Yi qun
Loretta is detailed and very caring. She is also very gentle and thoughtful, which made the already difficult process a bit easier. Thank you!
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03 Nov, 2013 by Peter
Excellent dealings and results. Has been my real estate atty for many years, and has always had my best interest. Easy going and diligent, with excellent follow up. Especially conscientious as regards staying in contact and timely dispensation of his responsibilities.
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30 Sep, 2024 by Jodi jewett
Loretta Miraglia was an exceptional mediator throughout the divorce process. She was incredibly patient, understanding, and made what could have been a very challenging experience much easier. Her professionalism and calm demeanor helped facilitate productive discussions, and she always made sure both parties felt heard and respected. I highly recommend her mediation services to anyone seeking a fair and smooth resolution.
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29 May, 2024 by Chris jennings
My wife and I had a great experience working with Ken Tiangco on a real estate closing in Westchester. He was responsive, thorough, and clearly explained the process to us. It was very organized.
Ken has an extremely friendly and professional staff by the way!
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23 Aug, 2023 by Nancy rogan
I just wanted to take a minute to share my amazing experience with Ken Tiangco from the Tiangco Law Firm in Eastchester, with my recent real estate buy and sell, as well as two other similar transactions before that over the last few years. Ken and everyone on his team are extremely knowledgeable, professional, dedicated and continuously amazing to work with! I know that his dedicated hard work is well known throughout the Westchester area, so you may already know of him and/or have worked with him in the past, but I just wanted to make sure to share this personal experience of mine with everyone, if it can be helpful at all when choosing a real estate attorney.
Thank you!
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30 Sep, 2024 by Jodi jewett
Loretta Miraglia was an exceptional mediator throughout the divorce process. She was incredibly patient, understanding, and made what could have been a very challenging experience much easier. Her professionalism and calm demeanor helped facilitate productive discussions, and she always made sure both parties felt heard and respected. I highly recommend her mediation services to anyone seeking a fair and smooth resolution.
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29 May, 2024 by Chris jennings
My wife and I had a great experience working with Ken Tiangco on a real estate closing in Westchester. He was responsive, thorough, and clearly explained the process to us. It was very organized.
Ken has an extremely friendly and professional staff by the way!
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23 Aug, 2023 by Nancy rogan
I just wanted to take a minute to share my amazing experience with Ken Tiangco from the Tiangco Law Firm in Eastchester, with my recent real estate buy and sell, as well as two other similar transactions before that over the last few years. Ken and everyone on his team are extremely knowledgeable, professional, dedicated and continuously amazing to work with! I know that his dedicated hard work is well known throughout the Westchester area, so you may already know of him and/or have worked with him in the past, but I just wanted to make sure to share this personal experience of mine with everyone, if it can be helpful at all when choosing a real estate attorney.
Thank you!
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30 Sep, 2024 by Jodi jewett
Loretta Miraglia was an exceptional mediator throughout the divorce process. She was incredibly patient, understanding, and made what could have been a very challenging experience much easier. Her professionalism and calm demeanor helped facilitate productive discussions, and she always made sure both parties felt heard and respected. I highly recommend her mediation services to anyone seeking a fair and smooth resolution.
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29 May, 2024 by Chris jennings
My wife and I had a great experience working with Ken Tiangco on a real estate closing in Westchester. He was responsive, thorough, and clearly explained the process to us. It was very organized.
Ken has an extremely friendly and professional staff by the way!
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23 Aug, 2023 by Nancy rogan
I just wanted to take a minute to share my amazing experience with Ken Tiangco from the Tiangco Law Firm in Eastchester, with my recent real estate buy and sell, as well as two other similar transactions before that over the last few years. Ken and everyone on his team are extremely knowledgeable, professional, dedicated and continuously amazing to work with! I know that his dedicated hard work is well known throughout the Westchester area, so you may already know of him and/or have worked with him in the past, but I just wanted to make sure to share this personal experience of mine with everyone, if it can be helpful at all when choosing a real estate attorney.
Thank you!
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30 Sep, 2024 by Jodi jewett
Loretta Miraglia was an exceptional mediator throughout the divorce process. She was incredibly patient, understanding, and made what could have been a very challenging experience much easier. Her professionalism and calm demeanor helped facilitate productive discussions, and she always made sure both parties felt heard and respected. I highly recommend her mediation services to anyone seeking a fair and smooth resolution.
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29 May, 2024 by Chris jennings
My wife and I had a great experience working with Ken Tiangco on a real estate closing in Westchester. He was responsive, thorough, and clearly explained the process to us. It was very organized.
Ken has an extremely friendly and professional staff by the way!
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23 Aug, 2023 by Nancy rogan
I just wanted to take a minute to share my amazing experience with Ken Tiangco from the Tiangco Law Firm in Eastchester, with my recent real estate buy and sell, as well as two other similar transactions before that over the last few years. Ken and everyone on his team are extremely knowledgeable, professional, dedicated and continuously amazing to work with! I know that his dedicated hard work is well known throughout the Westchester area, so you may already know of him and/or have worked with him in the past, but I just wanted to make sure to share this personal experience of mine with everyone, if it can be helpful at all when choosing a real estate attorney.
Thank you!
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30 Sep, 2024 by Jodi jewett
Loretta Miraglia was an exceptional mediator throughout the divorce process. She was incredibly patient, understanding, and made what could have been a very challenging experience much easier. Her professionalism and calm demeanor helped facilitate productive discussions, and she always made sure both parties felt heard and respected. I highly recommend her mediation services to anyone seeking a fair and smooth resolution.
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29 May, 2024 by Chris jennings
My wife and I had a great experience working with Ken Tiangco on a real estate closing in Westchester. He was responsive, thorough, and clearly explained the process to us. It was very organized.
Ken has an extremely friendly and professional staff by the way!
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23 Aug, 2023 by Nancy rogan
I just wanted to take a minute to share my amazing experience with Ken Tiangco from the Tiangco Law Firm in Eastchester, with my recent real estate buy and sell, as well as two other similar transactions before that over the last few years. Ken and everyone on his team are extremely knowledgeable, professional, dedicated and continuously amazing to work with! I know that his dedicated hard work is well known throughout the Westchester area, so you may already know of him and/or have worked with him in the past, but I just wanted to make sure to share this personal experience of mine with everyone, if it can be helpful at all when choosing a real estate attorney.
Thank you!
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15 May, 2024 by Aleus aleus
We did our closing yesterday after 90 days…finally …
Tim was always available to answer my questions and concerns.
I admire your composure, work ethic and most of all excellent representation.
Very knowledgeable, professional, and meticulous.
He is also really kind and respectful.
Tim guided us well and had our best interest at heart.
Would highly recommend working with him 100%
Thank you so much from all of us!!
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24 Feb, 2024 by Alexandra peretta
Tim is an excellent lawyer . Always there for you and extremely professional. I would recommend him to everyone .
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09 Sep, 2020 by D sds
We chose Jeannine based on past reviews, so I thought I'd leave reviews for her where I can, too. She was a godsend, representing us as we bought a home during the whirlwind real estate market of this pandemic. She was so patient in explaining everything to us, she was remarkably responsive to emails, calls, and texts, and she looked out for our interests at every opportunity. I would absolutely work with Jeannine again and I highly recommend her.
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09 Aug, 2023 by Mary e white
12 Jul, 2022 by David delgado
25 May, 2022 by Toni ortiz
16 Jun, 2020 by Juliette
This review is in regards to my experience with Mr. Permutt. I used Mr. Permutt to represent me in my complex divorce which included a difficult custody battle. I was extremely happy to have Mr. Permutt represent me. He is extremely knowledgeable and his years of working in the field truly showed. He was able to make my stressful situation more tolerable. He basically held my hand through the whole process and was very accessible either by phone or email to explain and go over any worries I had. Now that this whole very stressful situation is finally over I can say I would highly recommend him without any question or hesitation. I was so thankful I was referred to him by an acquaintance who also used him and was very happy with her outcome. His knowledge and experience resulted in a great outcome that will insure that my children will thrive post divorce and I will be financially stable. Just a side note he also will be doing my real estate transaction. I am happy I will be able to use him for that as well since we worked so well together.
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03 Feb, 2020 by Anonymous
I hired William Purmutt to represent me in a very contested and jaw wrenching divorce and custody case. All I can say is if you want to experience fear, anxiety and get knocked down every time you ask a question or have a concern this is the man! I had to sit down on my own and review my own custody agreement page by page without any help from him. He will just forward emails he receives from the opposition directly to me with no advise or communication. He will not negotiate for me period!!! If the opposition is well known William submits to them. He acts like he is representing the other side all the time. He says and advise one thing and then does the opposite when he is under pressure. He is afraid of a Trial and panics a lot. I have lost thousands of dollars by retaining him. I have gotten second opinions and I was told my case was misrepresented from the beginning because of him. All he has is a sense of humor like everyone else says. Just be aware. If you have children this is not the man you go to represent you to protect their welfare. I am so sorry to have to leave this review but I really would not want to see someone else going through the agony I endured with this attorney.
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28 Jan, 2017 by Julia
William Permutt is an excellent lawyer. He helped me through a very difficult time in my life, my divorce and my return to court for money owed to me for my children. He is courteous, professional , knowledgeable and understanding. On top of all that he makes you feel welcome in his office with his kindness and sense of humor. I highly recommend him.
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17 Feb, 2022 by Anonymous
She billed me for 2 phone calls we didn't have. She billed me for reviewing the markeup i made of her retainer agreement which was full of typos, increased the scope of work beyond what i wanted and gave herself agent powers not attorney. she charges $350/hr but with the padding she really charges $800. she's also very unreliable. says she'll do something then doesn't.
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22 Nov, 2019 by Anonymous
Retained in elder law family matters individualized services fitting every need.
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20 Nov, 2021 by Brian
Attorney Servodidio made multiple mistakes while handling a probate matter for myself and family. Documents were also misplaced. I do not recommend using him under any circumstances. This review is based on first hand knowledge and personal experience. In addition, to making many mistakes Attorney Servodidio does not return phone calls or emails in a timely manor. He has also been known to cancel appointments five minutes before they are supposed to start by leaving vague messages on our home phone.-- Not our cell phone-- which means we were forced to drive all the way to his house/ office only to be met with a locked door and no one answering the door. This is not professional behavior nor is it fair to working families who have children and have to take time off from work.
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27 May, 2021 by Tara
I dropped my paperwork off and almost 7 weeks ago to have a separate deed prepared for a separate lot on my property..... I just picked up my papers now to bring to another lawyer who actually gives a hoot about their clients. I made weekly phone calls and only received 1 call back and the arrogance of him to say to me when I said how awful I felt treated about the lack of response and he has the balls to say he had a lot of things to do..... he did not even care! rude! Unprofessional! Useless! Go to anyone else unless u have a year to kill and love being treated like crap! Tara Ford
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