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01 Jul, 2020 by J kim
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22 Dec, 2018 by Javier sanjuanbenito
Best lawyer in town. Very professional attention to the details.
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23 Sep, 2018 by Doreen diorio
Bernadette is very competent and savvy about real estate, even in the face of tricky details that might escape another attorney's notice. She helped me a lot during the recent sale and closing of my homes, which would never have gone as smoothly without her persistent dedication. Highly recommended!
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13 May, 2013 by Anonymous
We had a personal family crisis when my dad was injured badly and my family was devastated. We'd heard great things about Mainetti, Mainetti and O'Connor so we called them. First of all we got a real person, even thought it was 8:15 pm at night. We met with Al Mainetti the very next morning, and he reassured us that everything was going to be okay. His manner was soothing and put my very upset dad at ease right away. Al walked us through tthe process and he even brought in his other lawyers to get their opinions too, which I thought was great. They are a real team. The whole office is calming! It's not like a regular law firm where everyone is stuffy. This put my dad's fears to rest. Al Mainetti and Joe O'Connor wound up getting my dad money for his injuries and it was over super quick. I love this firm and they did right by my family. I would trust them with my life in a heartbeat.
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09 May, 2013 by Katbradley
I have been a client of Mr. Al Mainetti for quite a few years having been represented by him in different areas of law, never receiving anything less than the most honorable and poweful dedication that one could give. I truely am grateful for all that he and his staff have done for me. I may not be breathing fresh air nor riding my quad pain free had I not listened to the advice of my attorneys. I could never thank them enough for all of their time and dedication, and the comfort knowing first hand that when you walk into Mainetti, Mainetti, and O'Connor you will be treated like family and represented by the most aggressive and competent attorneys NY has to offer.
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31 Aug, 2024 by Noel
Elizabeth was not unethical and did not break any laws during her representation of me in Ulster Family Court. But she came to conferences totally unprepared and thus willing to go along with any agreement between parties that simply provided her with less work. She went along with the judge, the law guardian and opposing counsel with as little argument as is possible in favor of her client. Her preparation of documents and professional pride also leaves a lot to be desired.
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08 Jun, 2024 by Justin mccray
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07 Jun, 2024 by Lisa calabro
Loved working with Kelly G. and the staff! Top Notch Service!
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07 Jun, 2024 by Lisa calabro
Loved working with Kelly G. and the staff! Top Notch Service!
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08 Aug, 2024 by Walton
Michael represented our son through his SORA nightmares first in the Ulster County Court in Kingston and then in appeal in Albany's State Supreme Court. He won the downward departure motion from a level 2 (moderate risk) to a level 1 (low risk) on appeal based upon the psychometric testing of Dr. Megan Wright and the profiling provided by Chris Farrell. This is a very important decision because it specifically holds that psychometric testing is an independent ground for a downward departure. Michael was brilliant both in the Ulster County court, where the judge chose to ignore everything Michael presented, and in the State Supreme Court where wiser minds prevailed. We would hire Michael again in a heartbeat.
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03 Jun, 2024 by Anonymous
Michael Pollok is not only an excellent attorney, but he is a compassionate and principled human being and I could not recommend him more highly. There is a lot of shame around getting pulled over for driving under the influence and being from out of state added an additional difficulty to the already stressful situation. From the minute I contacted Michael’s office, he was kind, professional, and immediately set in motion the sequence of events which would ultimately result in the favorable judgement in my case. Thank you Michael for your steadfast guidance.
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31 May, 2024 by Anonymous
Michael was an excellent attorney. One of the biggest complaints with attorneys is failure to communicate. The day we called his office we received a return call that day. From then on he personally answered all of our questions promptly. He was on top of the case up to and including the arraignment. He was able to negotiate a plea deal from a DWI to a DWAI. We are so thankful for all of his hard work and would definitely recommend him..
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09 Oct, 2024 by Anonymous
Thank you for winning the lawsuit for my family. We appreciate your time and dedication to fairness and justice. God bless.
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10 Jun, 2024 by Anonymous
I recently had the pleasure of working with John and his paralegal Kelly Gonnelly, regarding a malpractice case that led to the death of my sister. I called multiple attorneys to help with our case and was turned down by multiple attorneys until finally referred to John. From our first consultation, John displayed remarkable knowledge and expertise in malpractice law. He took the time to explain thoroughly the details of our case. His professionalism, honesty and dedication are on another level! Not only does he have the knowledge he also shows compassion and empathy with his clients. My family is very impressed with his work and dedication to our case. Kelly is great! She communicates with me on updates and is available anytime I have any questions. John and Kelly are a great team and have helped our family get through this process without any doubt. My family and I are deeply grateful for the support and guidance they both have shown. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of a skilled and compassionate malpractice attorney.
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02 Jan, 2023 by Richard
I appreciate that John has shown a lot of interest in my case and has gone above and beyond to find a lawyer to represent me in my home state of Florida. He’s a caring ,honest person and would highly recommend him.
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30 Mar, 2024 by Richard mcnally
Wonderful experience working with RWHM on estate matters. Nicholas Pascale was our attorney, and he was very responsive, clear, and transparent. Support staff were also just great. I highly recommend them, and certainly will be using them again in the future.
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11 Dec, 2023 by Cristy bauer
John Rusk was thorough, knowledgeable and a strong advocate for our legal interests. He and the entire support team where always professional and their efforts provided the best outcome possible for our family after a very difficult injury and an extremely long legal process!
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30 Oct, 2023 by Doug hamilton
My wife was critically injured when she was struck by a car in 2018 and suffered a traumatic brain injury. With the advice from a friend we contacted John Rusk, from Rusk, Wadlin, Heppner and Martuscello. We couldn't have made a better choice. The case was complicated. John guided us through the proceedings over a five year period with the greatest professionalism and compassion. The case was concluded this year with what we feel was a very fair and just settlement. We can't thank John and his paralegal, Cynthia, enough for all their hard work and dedication to our case. Many thanks also to the rest of the staff at RWHM for their kindness and understanding. DH & JH
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30 Mar, 2024 by Richard mcnally
Wonderful experience working with RWHM on estate matters. Nicholas Pascale was our attorney, and he was very responsive, clear, and transparent. Support staff were also just great. I highly recommend them, and certainly will be using them again in the future.
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11 Dec, 2023 by Cristy bauer
John Rusk was thorough, knowledgeable and a strong advocate for our legal interests. He and the entire support team where always professional and their efforts provided the best outcome possible for our family after a very difficult injury and an extremely long legal process!
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30 Oct, 2023 by Doug hamilton
My wife was critically injured when she was struck by a car in 2018 and suffered a traumatic brain injury. With the advice from a friend we contacted John Rusk, from Rusk, Wadlin, Heppner and Martuscello. We couldn't have made a better choice. The case was complicated. John guided us through the proceedings over a five year period with the greatest professionalism and compassion. The case was concluded this year with what we feel was a very fair and just settlement. We can't thank John and his paralegal, Cynthia, enough for all their hard work and dedication to our case. Many thanks also to the rest of the staff at RWHM for their kindness and understanding. DH & JH
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30 Mar, 2024 by Richard mcnally
Wonderful experience working with RWHM on estate matters. Nicholas Pascale was our attorney, and he was very responsive, clear, and transparent. Support staff were also just great. I highly recommend them, and certainly will be using them again in the future.
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11 Dec, 2023 by Cristy bauer
John Rusk was thorough, knowledgeable and a strong advocate for our legal interests. He and the entire support team where always professional and their efforts provided the best outcome possible for our family after a very difficult injury and an extremely long legal process!
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30 Oct, 2023 by Doug hamilton
My wife was critically injured when she was struck by a car in 2018 and suffered a traumatic brain injury. With the advice from a friend we contacted John Rusk, from Rusk, Wadlin, Heppner and Martuscello. We couldn't have made a better choice. The case was complicated. John guided us through the proceedings over a five year period with the greatest professionalism and compassion. The case was concluded this year with what we feel was a very fair and just settlement. We can't thank John and his paralegal, Cynthia, enough for all their hard work and dedication to our case. Many thanks also to the rest of the staff at RWHM for their kindness and understanding. DH & JH
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05 Aug, 2024 by Alessia bevacqua
Robin was excellent, very professional, I highly recommend her Alessia
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14 Jul, 2024 by Rob casselman
I’ve closed on three different properties with Scott and he has been great to work with on each one. His years of experience show and I like how quickly he gets to the point. Stellar attorney and reasonably priced as well!
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08 Jul, 2024 by Dwayne lutchna
Scott is excellent. This was my first time purchasing real estate, and Scott’s guidance and professionalism helped to make it a positive experience. He was diligent in looking out for my best interest, and protecting me from any potential risk. We were able to leverage language Scott included in the contract to get a significant credit after the property was inspected. If you’ve never worked with an attorney before, it can be a little intimidating to know where to start, what qualities to look for. I would say, someone who has a lot of experience, is smart and knows the law — but also someone that’s great at communication, can be a good guide, listen and understand what you’re trying to accomplish. Scott has all those qualities, and in addition, he cares about his clients. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a good, honest real estate attorney.
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12 Dec, 2022 by Jen mulholland
Top notch firm! I wouldnt have anyone else handle my case! I had the pleasure of Regina handling my case and she was kind, caring and professional!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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17 Feb, 2020 by Brandon
Joe is a very determined and professional attorney. He always had my best interest in mind and he went above and beyond my expectations. Very knowledgeable and caring. I would definitely recommend him to anyone and everyone.
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07 Feb, 2020 by Frank
After hearing about Joe from multiple friends I was eager to have him as an attorney. I was not disappointed at all. From the moment you walk in his office you know you are in the right place. He is one of the most professional and confident attorney I've ever met and I will always call him first for any matter concerning law. He keeps you updated and has a staff that stays with you every step of the way. If you don't know Joe you need to. Respectful, honest, confident and most importantly he gets RESULTS.
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26 Jul, 2023 by Nathaniel
I have had the privilege of being represented by attorney John Rusk and his team in a recent legal matter and I cannot express enough gratitude for their outstanding skills and dedication. John has proven to be an exceptional legal professional who not only exceeded my expectations but also achieved a favorable outcome in my case. From the moment I met john his professionalism and expertise were evident, but most importantly he made me feel comfortable. He took the time to thoroughly understand the details of my situation and patiently listened to my concerns while almost immediately taking action, ensuring I remained informed and confident throughout the process. John’s attention to detail and strategic thinking was crucial in building a strong case. His knowledge of the law and his ability to apply it effectively in my case was nothing short of remarkable. One aspect that truly set John apart was his genuine compassion and empathy, he understands the emotional and physical toll the legal process can have on clients and he consistently demonstrated his support and understanding. The ability to provide reassurance and keep my spirits high during challenging moments were invaluable. It is with great pleasure that I can say john delivered an overwhelmingly positive outcome in my case. I have trusted John with each of his decisions and suggestions from start to finish. Thanks to his efforts and expertise I was able to achieve the result I had hoped for. I’d also like to thank his assistant Cynthia who was very diligent throughout the process and a pleasure to work with. If you are in need of a highly skilled and compassionate attorney who will go above and beyond to secure a favorable outcome, I wholeheartedly recommend John. I will forever be grateful to John for his support and I am confident that anyone who seeks his services will be in the most capable hands. Thank you john for being a true game- changer in my case. Sincerely Nathaniel
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25 Jan, 2022 by Ruby
Was very honest about the potential of my case, although it didn’t fall into his particular field of law he was kind enough to consult with me over the phone free of charge and help find me a referral, which I greatly appreciated.
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30 Jul, 2020 by Anonymous
I had an accident in a major restaurant and John had taken my case when nobody else would and I am here to tell you that this is the BEST decision you will EVER make when looking for an attorney. John and his team are the BEST and very professional, caring, and trust me as you will not be disappointed.. no matter what you decide JOHN RUSK IS THE MAN!!
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21 Sep, 2024 by Stephen s
Rebecca and the folks at her office made everything so easy and stress free! Cannot recommend enough!
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11 Mar, 2024 by Yogicat1958
This Lawyer I would use over and over again she was very helpful in the both cases I used her in,she was very Trustworthy.And to talk to her you feel like she cares and treats you like she knows you for years.Even though family court in ulster county is far from helping fathers she at least tells you the facts right up front.
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19 Mar, 2018 by Anonymous
As a parent it is very difficult to watch as your child struggles in life but to watch the effects it is having on your grandchild is devastating . Rebecca took on my very difficult custody case. As a grandparent we have no legal say in our grandchild's life. Throughout the whole legal process Rebecca stayed focused on our fight to not uproot my grandchild but to keep him in the only environment he has known.Rebecca is compassionate , hard working , straight to the point of what needs to be done, and very fair with her services. After entering into this legal nightmare I was very thankful to have Rebecca representing me. I can never thank her enough for all that she has done for us.
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03 Oct, 2024 by Diane jones
I don’t know why I have been putting off doing a will for so long! Antony made me realize it’s not as complicated as you may think.He knows what questions to ask. I highly recommend him for your wills and trusts!
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12 Apr, 2021 by Joan holley
How grateful I am to this man whom I only met over the phone. After explaining our needs he he went right into steering us in the right direction. Although he will not be handling our needshe gave us a direction to go in and we are so grateful and overwhelmed at his honesty, understanding and knowledge of what would be right for us I decided to tell it to the world. If you need a lawyer and guidance this is the man to go to. I tried to get him to relocate to Florida but he said it wasn’t in his immediate plans.
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31 Aug, 2020 by Tamara ehlin
Antony has assisted my sister and me in preparing a Power of Attorney for my mother and advising us on our options for her estate and related matters. During such a delicate and emotional time, he has been so kind, professional and knowledgeable. We are extremely glad to have found him.
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06 Mar, 2020 by Anonymous
I was looking for immigration attorney in my area to apply for citizenship . I was asking around for long time got some names but felt I want to do my own research . I found Daniel Green on google . It was my gut feeling to hire him. I never regret it for a moment . He’s very honest , very knowledgeable ( worked with attorneys and they weren’t) My case had little twist and turn , Daniel did all the possible research to make my proses successful. And he did . We thought it will take maybe up to 18 months to get my naturalization. It took nine months. I had to hurry on my study which I found interesting to learn . He walked me through each and every step. He made it very easy for my .Give yourself a favor it’s lot of paperwork he will do it all .it’s worth every penny ! Thank you Daniel !
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01 Mar, 2019 by Burulkan
Knowledgeable, Persistent, and Devoted I applied for asylum and consulted with Dan Green to help me prepare for my interview at the asylum office. Dan worked with me as a good professional of his job —he was very focused on my case, becoming quickly familiar with my situation. Dan was sympathetic and kind, and helped me through the preparation he determined I needed for the best chance for success at my interview. He researched and found an extraordinarily skilled translator to meet us at the asylum office. Dan accompanied me to the interview, which required that we board our first bus at 4:10 in the morning. Because of Dan’s calm presence and his support and encouragement, I was able to have success at the interview telling my story to a representative of the USCIS. Last week, I received a letter from USCIS informing me that my application for asylum had been approved. I would highly recommend Daniel Green . God Bless Dan Green, and God Bless America!
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12 Aug, 2016 by Dagoberto
I think me Greens Was the best thing happend to me he he is the best laweyer that ever have thanks to him i am Here in compania de mis hijos he us wonderful person and soul de the best lastres i have thank so much Mr Greens i Willem never thank Mr Greens for evething You did for me god blessed You .and the only thing i can say You the best in this bussiness
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05 Aug, 2024 by Alessia bevacqua
Robin was excellent, very professional, I highly recommend her Alessia
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05 Aug, 2024 by Alessia bevacqua
Robin was excellent, she followed me through every step, keeping me informed of the situation constantly. Highly recommended!
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25 Jul, 2024 by Posie
Felt very comfortable and confident in the services of this law office. They were a pleasure to deal with.
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26 Jun, 2019 by Anonymous
Great impression and on the case ASAP!!! I feel pretty safe with him handling my case....Awesome and professional..
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04 Jun, 2018 by Anonymous
I was a passenger involved in a car accident. I chose the Mainetti firm as their ratings were excellent. I was very fortunate to have been introduced to Alex. From day one, to the final favorable settlement, he addressed my case with the highest professionalism and determination. I could not have chosen a better person to represent my case. He answered all my concerns with the conviction. His attention to details, careful jury selection, professional rapport, gave me the confidence that I was in the hands of a top notch lawyer.
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17 Apr, 2018 by Shayla
Alex is an excellent lawyer who is compassionate and professional. After my motor vehicle accident, he has always given his time and attention to helping me through such a difficult process. The knowledge Alex holds in his profession is admirable, and without hesitation will always be the first attorney I will recommend to anyone involved in a personal injury matter.
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