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Robert P. Guido

400 Townline Rd Ste 170, Hauppauge, NY

4.7/5

4.7

43 Reviews

07 Nov, 2024 by Edward branis

I found Dan to be very knowledgeable. He helped me out considerably with my problems. I would highly recommend him for all your attorney needs.

05 Nov, 2024 by Rajminder kaur

I called for help with a traffic ticket, but he informed me he doesn’t handle cases in the area I received mine. However, he was extremely helpful—he took the time to give me valuable advice and even referred me to another attorney who could assist me. I really appreciated his professionalism and willingness to help, even though he couldn’t take on my case personally. Highly recommend him for his integrity and expertise!

08 Oct, 2024 by Nicole sacks

My experience with Daniel Rodgers was amazing. Super easy to talk to and very understanding. Any help with legal matters, he’s who I’d turn to.

Richard Thomas Cordano

400 Townline Rd Ste 170, Hauppauge, NY

Business Litigation Real Estate +3

4.7/5

4.7

43 Reviews

07 Nov, 2024 by Edward branis

I found Dan to be very knowledgeable. He helped me out considerably with my problems. I would highly recommend him for all your attorney needs.

05 Nov, 2024 by Rajminder kaur

08 Oct, 2024 by Nicole sacks

My experience with Daniel Rodgers was amazing. Super easy to talk to and very understanding. Any help with legal matters, he’s who I’d turn to.

Stephanie Ann Brunner

400 Townline Rd Ste 170, Hauppauge, NY

4.7/5

4.7

43 Reviews

07 Nov, 2024 by Edward branis

I found Dan to be very knowledgeable. He helped me out considerably with my problems. I would highly recommend him for all your attorney needs.

05 Nov, 2024 by Rajminder kaur

08 Oct, 2024 by Nicole sacks

My experience with Daniel Rodgers was amazing. Super easy to talk to and very understanding. Any help with legal matters, he’s who I’d turn to.

Kurt Paul Widmaier

400 Townline Rd Ste 170, Hauppauge, NY

Probate +1

4.7/5

4.7

43 Reviews

07 Nov, 2024 by Edward branis

I found Dan to be very knowledgeable. He helped me out considerably with my problems. I would highly recommend him for all your attorney needs.

05 Nov, 2024 by Rajminder kaur

08 Oct, 2024 by Nicole sacks

My experience with Daniel Rodgers was amazing. Super easy to talk to and very understanding. Any help with legal matters, he’s who I’d turn to.

Lauren Elizabeth Murray

400 Townline Rd Ste 170, Hauppauge, NY

4.7/5

4.7

43 Reviews

07 Nov, 2024 by Edward branis

I found Dan to be very knowledgeable. He helped me out considerably with my problems. I would highly recommend him for all your attorney needs.

05 Nov, 2024 by Rajminder kaur

08 Oct, 2024 by Nicole sacks

My experience with Daniel Rodgers was amazing. Super easy to talk to and very understanding. Any help with legal matters, he’s who I’d turn to.

Charles Calogero Russo

400 Townline Rd Ste 170, Hauppauge, NY

Business Real Estate +2

4.7/5

4.7

43 Reviews

07 Nov, 2024 by Edward branis

I found Dan to be very knowledgeable. He helped me out considerably with my problems. I would highly recommend him for all your attorney needs.

05 Nov, 2024 by Rajminder kaur

08 Oct, 2024 by Nicole sacks

My experience with Daniel Rodgers was amazing. Super easy to talk to and very understanding. Any help with legal matters, he’s who I’d turn to.

Kim Brennan Joyce

400 Townline Rd Ste 170, Hauppauge, NY

Family Law Litigation Real Estate +3

4.6/5

3.0

2 Reviews

4.7

43 Reviews

07 Nov, 2024 by Edward branis

I found Dan to be very knowledgeable. He helped me out considerably with my problems. I would highly recommend him for all your attorney needs.

05 Nov, 2024 by Rajminder kaur

08 Oct, 2024 by Nicole sacks

My experience with Daniel Rodgers was amazing. Super easy to talk to and very understanding. Any help with legal matters, he’s who I’d turn to.

Colleen Faith Dowd

400 Townline Rd, Hauppauge, NY

Litigation +1

4.6/5

4.6

28 Reviews

06 Aug, 2024 by Elaine miller

Very knowledgeable and attentive answered all questions in layman's terms easy to understand

01 Jul, 2024 by Phyllis jeanes

My daughter and I met with Stephanie, we found her to be very professional and compassionate. She listened to our questions providing us with a wealth of useful information. Although still undecided she followed up with me with a phone call. Margaret at the office also took time to provide us with contacts and organizations that could assist with finances and supplies. Concluding, we had a very positive experience and highly recommend the law firm Phyllis Jeanes

29 Jun, 2024 by Natalie price

We had the pleasure of being put in contact with Stephanie Brunner at this firm to handle our father's estate planning documents. Ms. Brunner was compassionate, kind, knowledgeable and highly professional, and she offered excellent advice. She even travelled to visit with my father while he was in the hospital. We would highly recommend Ms. Brunner if you are dealing with issues that pertain to an elderly parent.

Steven Robert Zimmer

400 Townline Rd, Hauppauge, NY

4.6/5

4.6

28 Reviews

06 Aug, 2024 by Elaine miller

Very knowledgeable and attentive answered all questions in layman's terms easy to understand

01 Jul, 2024 by Phyllis jeanes

29 Jun, 2024 by Natalie price

Marilyn Wenz

1770 Motor Pkwy Ste 320, Hauppauge, NY

Family Law +1

4.2/5

4.2

5 Reviews

01 Aug, 2016 by Candice

Marilyn Wenz gave me the guidance, professional help, and time that I needed to legalize my divorce. She answered all of my questions throughout the divorce process immediately, and provided assistance through this difficult, frustrating, and upsetting time. She was always available via E-mail, phone call, or conference. She was extremely thorough, as well as professional. I trusted all of her decisions, and I was extremely comfortable with her, as well as her office.

30 Apr, 2015 by Kristina

If you are looking for an attorney, Marilyn is your best option. She is affordable and worked with me on a payment plan. She is responsive and was extremely helpful along the way and made my divorce a little easier to get through.

27 Apr, 2015 by Anonymous

I was fortunate to have Ms. Wenz successfully represent me in a appellate matter. Although my case was a criminal matter, and not her primary area of practice, Ms. Wenz believed in my case and agreed to file the appeal. Undoubtedly, her hard work, strong writing, and dedication to my case were the reasons why the initial charges against me were all dismissed on appeal. I am forever thankful for the representation I received from Ms. Wenz.

Craig Edward Mcelwee

1200 Veterans Highway, Hauppauge, NY

Criminal Defense Domestic Violence Personal Injury +3

4.2/5

4.2

5 Reviews

11 Sep, 2019 by Arthur miller

Mr. McElwee represented me on behalf of the state in a case where I was assaulted and almost killed in a bar. Before Mr. McElwee had the cased dismissed without my knowledge there was a very capable attorney handling my situation and was extremely confident we would do well with a jury. For no apparent or explained reason McElwee pulled the attorney I was working with for a year and half and assigned a freshman ADA. She knew little about the case and when she tried to explain it to me she had the time line of events completely wrong. There was supposed to be one more hearing before court and McElwee who supervised this new attorney went into court with minimal understanding of my case. (He never spoke to me). Then he agreed with defense to drop the case. I would have never found out if 3 days later I called the court and asked when my next court date was! He was poorly prepared, he didn't understand my case and let someone who near killed me off of the hook. My recommendation is to not hire this attorney ever.

13 Jun, 2016 by Anonymous

In one of the most frightening times in my life Craig Mcelwee came through as my hero. I was charged with sale of 20 dollars of marijuana and possession of two grams of marijuana. The outcome was one year ACOD and I could not believe that he basically made my situation a slap on the wrist. During the entire situation his communication was amazing and I know I was a valued client. I highly recommend Craig Mcelwee as a defense attorney.

26 Apr, 2010 by Jill

It's not easy to find a "good lawyer"! People often ask "do you know a good lawyer?" Now after knowing and being represented by Craig Mcelwee, I can honestly say YES! I would highly recommend him and is services. HE is fast and efficient. The job actually "gets done" not dragging on wasting time and money. More attorneys should be like Craig. I am so glad to have found a counselor I can depend on.

Lance Robert Longo

43 Schneider Lane, Hauppauge, NY

Real Estate +1

4.2/5

4.2

4 Reviews

19 Jun, 2019 by Anonymous

We were first time home buyers and at the recommendation of our REA used Lance. He wasn’t very personable but hoping his work spoke louder than his actions. We’re now purchasing our second home and they found an open plumbing permit since 1999, before we were here. Mr Longo’s office missed this open permit from when we bought the house in 2006. Needless to say we didn’t seek out to use Mr Longo’s service again!

04 Jan, 2017 by Eyvette

My family and I have used Lance Longo's services 4 times and I would not feel comfortable completing a real-estate deal without Lance handling the deal on my behave. Lance is very knowledgeable and not to mention a quick thinker. I would recommend him to anyone needing a lawyer. 2 words that would describe him: "The Best"

11 Jan, 2016 by Christina

My mother and I purchased a house. We used Mr. Longos's services. He made the experience easy to understand and simple! THANK YOU!

Catherine E. Miller

200 Motor Parkway., Hauppauge, NY

Family Law Real Estate +2

4.1/5

4.0

8 Reviews

5.0

1 Reviews

17 Aug, 2023 by Dina

23 Jul, 2019 by Anonymous

Mrs. Miller was assigned to me as court appointed. She was patient with my frustrations and perservered through my ignorance. I couldn\'t have paid for a more effective attorney.

12 Jul, 2019 by Jack

Ms. Miller is the consummate professional. Catherine handled a truly difficult and contentious matter for me and never lost focus on what was both prudent and pragmatic but more importantly what was in my best interests. She allowed me to vent and express my frustrations when things became difficult but was always able to make me consider and see the "end game". Perhaps the best illustration of her qualifications and abilities is the respect that the opposing counsels showed her. I recommend Catherine Miller without any reservations!

Peter Henry Mayer IV

38 Kings Hwy, Hauppauge, NY

Criminal Defense Personal Injury +2

4.0/5

5.0

3 Reviews

3.0

4 Reviews

07 Dec, 2023 by Doreen schuch

Very insensitive to grandparents rights.

22 Nov, 2022 by Jennifer lallas

If you need an aggressive and compassionate legal team, this is the one! Honest, upfront, and dedicated to getting you the results you deserve. Forever grateful to both Dorothy and Rachel.

02 Oct, 2022 by L v

She is so kind, patient, knowledgeable and caring. I’ve been through a few attorneys in the past who were all nice but she is very different strong but in a very good way and saw directly through my situation. Just wanted to say thank Dorothy ❤️

Joseph Harold Johnson

1770 Motor Parkway, Hauppauge, NY

Criminal Defense Entertainment Family Law +1 +4

4.0/5

4.0

8 Reviews

28 Aug, 2016 by Anonymous

He started off on top of my divorce case. That was two years ago... Now when I try to call him over the past two months he doesn't return my calls nor leave a message. His secretary always tells me he is out of the office until the late afternoon. When I call back... he's never there. I am looking into legal actions!

27 Nov, 2015 by Kevin

AMAZING. He is unconventional but he gets results. Worth every penny. I was able to spend Thanksgiving with my kids for the first time in 8 years thanks to this man. Brilliant, dedicated and successful and anybody who says otherwise either didn't listen to him or is a liar.

22 Oct, 2015 by Anonymous

Hired for a child custody case, he gave a good sales pitch during my consultation, but when it came to court appearances he was a mess!!!! I felt embarrassed for him, my ex's attorney walked all over him. I was following a friend's Recomindation, but was disappointed with the outcome and service provided, had to retain a different attornew to refile my petition.

Kristiana Leigh Gomes

1300 Veterans Hwy, Suite 320, Hauppauge, NY

Adoption Child Custody Child Support +2 +5

4.0/5

4.0

4 Reviews

10 Jul, 2023 by Anonymous

At first she seems sincere and determined to help me but that quickly turned into raking up extra unnecessary bills and invoices. She prioritized clients as paychecks, never responded to calls/texts/emails until the last possible second. She not only wasted thousands of my dollars but also years dragging on my divorce! I would have been better off defending myself!

23 Mar, 2016 by Anonymous

She is my sons attorney and she really cares about him. I know she does her job from the heart and fights for what's right. When everyone was trying to put me down and my lawyer was absent she really did and said what she could to stick up for me and not make me look like a terrible person or mother and also stuck by my sons side at the same time. Today was my sons birthday and he passed away and I had court today and had a lot on my mind and she really made me feel better like I'm worthy and not a piece of trash. She's a mother and I know a mother understands that we fight for our kids. Thank you so much Kristiana Gomez for today you have no idea how much it helped for this time of the year is hard on me and for seeing that I do love my children and I am trying and that I'm not a bad person and also that having a close family unit isn't a bad thing. Especially when your own and for understanding that's it's about my kids and what makes them happy emotionally and mentally. God bless you for your definatley an angel. EVERYONE HIRE KRISTIANA GOMEZ YOU CANT GO WRONG WHEN YOU DO.

20 Mar, 2016 by Chris

I hired Kristy because I heard about how much she cares for her clients needs. She helped me fill out the paperwork that I needed to get done and when we went to court she made sure that I knew what was going to happen. She helped me to get sole custody of my daughter and now my ex is finally helping me out with the bills! Thank you Kristy!

Kenneth Marc Mollins

1393 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hauppauge, NY

Criminal Defense Personal Injury +2

3.8/5

3.8

15 Reviews

21 Sep, 2021 by Karin

I have been dealing with the Law Office of Kenneth Mollins for quite some time now. They are very responsive and work very hard for you. I am completely satisfied with their service and team. Tim is an excellent lawyer as well. The office staff are always there for you. They have responded to me off hours, I have never been left hanging. I genuinely and sincerely recommend this law office. I am 110% satisfied with their service and dedication to the client. I highly recommended them. Thank you!! Karin/Smithtown

24 Jan, 2021 by Rharris

I am very satisfied with the Professional services I received from Attorney Tim Manning , he was very supportive & informative from the beginning, when I 1st called for information he guided me through the process & provided me with the necessary information I needed even before he took my case which is a plus & their rates are manageable even during the pandemic, I would recommend this firm to anybody I know & will use their services in the future if needed.

31 Jan, 2019 by Joe

Absolute unprofessional nightmare. Hired on recommendation from family because he was allegedly "good guy" after I suffered a catastrophic facial fracture during an assault. Needed help coordinating with prosecutors and taking on the assailants and recovering my quality of life because I was obviously unable and traumatized. He refused to do basic work that a lawyer does and even meet with me in person, and could not provide me with basic updates about my case, then blamed me when my attacker was allowed to plea out to lesser charges without my consent. I had to use outside counsel as he represented me to find information that he was supposed to because he refused to. Eventually ended up firing and replacing with a real lawyer after his firm attempted to materially misrepresent me on my behalf to claim I destroyed evidence. If you want to have a slam dunk multi-million dollar settlement and be guaranteed of losing it, Mollins is definitely that type of lawyer.

Stephen Pierce Silberling

Suite 128, Hauppauge, NY

Business Social Security & Disability Tax +3

3.7/5

3.7

4 Reviews

25 Aug, 2020 by Anonymous

Steve is a very knowledgeable attorney.He has helped our company tremendously. He is a confident hard working professional, who will fight hard for his clients. He negotiated our case and had our fine reduced by a substantial amount,while our previous lawyer was unsuccessful.

10 Jun, 2018 by Anonymous

I used Stephen Siberling for my Social Security case. He helped me appeal my case and I won. His assistant was always a help and Mr Siberling would call me back if it was a question he couldn't anwser. Definitely would recommend.

10 Oct, 2017 by Anonymous

I hired mr silberling for my ss appeal. I won my case with his help

Theresa Ann Mari

200 Vanderbilt Motor Parkway, Hauppauge, NY

Adoption Child Custody Family Law +2 +5

3.2/5

3.2

11 Reviews

31 Aug, 2024 by Anonymous

She should never work with children she doesn’t listen Voice of the children Does Not looking off the best off the Children’s she only favors father’s who has money more money to her packed she is absolutely horrible. I never experienced such a thing in my life. My children suffered so much because of this attorney

04 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous

I thought this lawyer was going to help my children but instead was an absolute detriment. She saw my children one time for maybe 10 minutes during a practically two year case. She didn’t listen to any of the the children’s therapists or pediatrician. Her lack of diligence put my daughter back in the hands of a bad person for unsupervised visitation. She should never work with children.

10 Nov, 2023 by Anonymous

Bills to read emails but does not reply, was court appointed, met kids once 3 1/2 years ago for 10 minutes and thinks she knows what is best for them. Does not listen, does not respond, totally incompetent. Have to be anonymous as 4 years into this, she is still their court appointed attorney will zero results. If you want to waste your money, hire jher.

Anthony Michael Baron

38 Kings Highway, Hauppauge, NY

Criminal Defense Litigation Personal Injury +3

3.0/5

3.0

4 Reviews

07 Dec, 2023 by Doreen schuch

Very insensitive to grandparents rights.

22 Nov, 2022 by Jennifer lallas

If you need an aggressive and compassionate legal team, this is the one! Honest, upfront, and dedicated to getting you the results you deserve. Forever grateful to both Dorothy and Rachel.

02 Oct, 2022 by L v

Dorothy Anne Courten

38 Kings Hwy, Hauppauge, NY

Criminal Defense Family Law Personal Injury +3

3.0/5

3.0

4 Reviews

07 Dec, 2023 by Doreen schuch

Very insensitive to grandparents rights.

22 Nov, 2022 by Jennifer lallas

If you need an aggressive and compassionate legal team, this is the one! Honest, upfront, and dedicated to getting you the results you deserve. Forever grateful to both Dorothy and Rachel.

02 Oct, 2022 by L v

Rachel Jill Aloni

38 Kings Hwy, Hauppauge, NY

Child Custody Child Support Family Law +1 +4

3.0/5

3.0

4 Reviews

07 Dec, 2023 by Doreen schuch

Very insensitive to grandparents rights.

22 Nov, 2022 by Jennifer lallas

If you need an aggressive and compassionate legal team, this is the one! Honest, upfront, and dedicated to getting you the results you deserve. Forever grateful to both Dorothy and Rachel.

02 Oct, 2022 by L v

Tiffany Nicole Moseley

200 Rabro Drive., Hauppauge, NY

Adoption Child Custody Child Support +2 +5

1.0/5

1.0

1 Reviews

09 Apr, 2022 by Anonymous

She failed to do her due diligence while representing me within Family Court. She failed many times to communicate with the court on my behalf. She wasted a full year during my case ! Had to have Marsden hearing to replace her with a different 18b

Robert Mitchell Vespoli

250 Veterans Hwy Ste 2 B49, Hauppauge, NY

1.0/5

1.0

1 Reviews

17 Mar, 2020 by Anonymous

I met Mr Vespoli in the late 90's. I was referred to a lawyer he was working with . I made the HORRIBLE MISTAKE of retaining a Mr Labush for my case. I never understood what he was doing and only received statements say SERVICES RENDERED? I had the horrible experience with Mr Vespoli's father who was a FORENSIC ACCOUNT who for almost 30,000 told me I spent a lot on credit cards. Just HORRIBLE PEOPLE

Harry Julius Binder

300 Rabro Drive East, Hauppauge, NY

Insurance Social Security & Disability +2

1.0/5

1.0

1 Reviews

17 Apr, 2015 by Anonymous

Due to a ridiculous comedy of errors resulting in miscommunications between myself, my assigned hearing advocate, the NY office and the staff of Houston office, my ssd case was neither properly documented, understood, developed, nor argued. consequently I was awarded partially favorable, but only with an EOD that qualified me for SSI, not SSD as intended. Houston office did the best they could at the last minute, but were hamstrung due to NY office not communicating to them the details of my case in enough time for them to properly prepare. Houston office did not even have time to study my condition, read and comprehend medical evidence, prepare and submit a brief prior to the hearing due to lack of time to prep due to NY office miscommunicating regarding need to prepare and argue my ssd case concurrently with my ssi case. I talked to NY office staff yesterday and NY says the computer says they were arguing ssd and ssi concurrently, but houston office staff insists they were only aware they were arguing ssi, and therefore only prepared for ssi at the hearing.

Charles Edward Binder

300 Rabro Drive East, Hauppauge, NY

Insurance Social Security & Disability +2

1.0/5

1.0

1 Reviews

24 Jul, 2013 by Holly

Charles Binder, did NOTHING on my case for three full, long years! Charles won me a second denial from NJ Social Security Disability Admin. Otherwise, RUN! He only pays attention to cases that are high paying disability claims. He does not work, and does not return your calls. HE DOES NOT CARE ABOUT HIS CLIENTS! The only thing he has going for him is his 10 gallon Texas Cowboy hat. Charles employs college students and they always lose your case at least once! He added to my suffering! I feel he intentionally lost my case to increase my retro-pay by 5 years so he would stand to make more money...I fired him and ran for my life! SPARE YOURSELF MORE AGGRIVATION, DENIALS FROM DISABILITY, AND DO NOT HIRE HIM FOR DISABILITY OR VETERANS if you wish to win your case!

Anita Yevkine Aginian

330 Vanderbilt Motor Parkway Suite 400, Hauppauge, NY

Criminal Defense Real Estate +2

1.0/5

1.0

1 Reviews

01 Dec, 2012 by Anonymous

SHE WORKS FOR LEGAL SHIELD A PRE PAID LEGAL SERVICE... NOT IN THE AREAS SHE SAYS SHE DOES SLANDERS CLIENTS, TO THE HEAD OF LEGAL SHIELD..DON'T USE LEGAL SHIELD

Glenn D. Levine

330 Vanderbilt Motor Parkway Suite 400, Hauppauge, NY

Immigration +1

1.0/5

1.0

1 Reviews

19 Mar, 2011 by Anonymous

This lawyer gave me wrong advise. I qualified for my green card as a derivative beneficiary (my wife was the sibling of a US citizen). Upon meeting with Levine, he told us only my wife qualified and I did not. I asked him to call the USCIS to verify because I did my research and according to the law I do qualify. He said he would and to call him back in 2 days. As soon as we left Levine's office we called the USCIS and was told that I did qualify as a " derivative beneficary. We called Levine 2 day later and he informed us that he called the USCIS and they told him I did not qualify for a greencard. We called two other lawyers for a free consulation and they both informed us that i did qualify as a derivative beneficary. We instructed Levine to file the papers for both of us. THe USCIS approved both petitions and we both received our greencards. If i had listen to Levin iI would not have my greencard today. Levine should have done his homework on this particular type of case. If he was not familar with the term "Derivative Beneficary" he should have done the legwork, not give Wrong advise. This is someone's life he is dealing with. His actions as a member of the bar could have cost me an additional 5 to 10 yr wait time.

Anthony Vincent Falcone

150 Motor Parkway Suite 401, Hauppauge, NY

0.0/5

Mr. John W. DeHaan

300 Rabro Drive East, Ste. 101, Hauppauge, NY

0.0/5

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