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29 Aug, 2008 by Anonymous
A true consigliere.
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11 Mar, 2014 by Vincent s. dibenedetto / vinny the guido
Michael Wickersham is honest and trustworthy. I was pretty sure I had a case, but now I am certain of it thanks to Michael. He is intelligent and responsive too, so hire him for your legal needs. He is worth it folks !!!
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06 Jan, 2017 by Sheldon silver
Richard K. Zuckerman is a true gentleman. Kind and concerned about how your hard earned taxpayer money is spent.
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08 Sep, 2020 by Ronald
Helped us out with all aspects of our mother passing. Handled everything from nursing home expenses to the selling of moms home. Thought of everything and was well diversified and kind.
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09 May, 2017 by Billy
Very profession, understanding and listen to my complain. Very knowledgeable about the NYSDEC law.
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02 Mar, 2023 by Trust client
Matthew has extensive knowledge of trust law and real estate law !
I recommend him if you are in need of solving your estate planning problems via trusts , or have a real estate matter.
The time for proper estate planning is asap.
Trusts and estate planning can seem confusing , but Matt is good at explaining the pros and cons of different approaches .
Protect the assets your family has worked for over a lifetime , might as well !
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27 Sep, 2019 by Claudia
My family consulted and used Matthew Klieger, Esq. for help with my Mom's Elder care. Matthew was compassionate and extremely knowledgable.
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19 Apr, 2018 by Anonymous
I have worked with many lawyers, and consulted with Giuseppe on multiple occasions on a variety of issues of law. He is the most intelligent, talented, and effective attorney that I have ever encountered. He has excellent judgment.
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24 Jan, 2025 by Domenic colavito
28 Feb, 2023 by Alison aliazzo
I came to Ron feeling very nervous about my new business. I felt lost in a sea of state laws and paperwork, having no idea where to begin. He was not only knowledgeable, he made me feel as if my ‘problems’ were now in his hands, that he would easily handle what needed doing, with very little work on my end. All the while, he kept me fully informed on what was happening and answered any questions I had about the process. Everything went smoothly and I am happy to report that my business is now up and running successfully. The entire experience was a pleasure! Ron is easy to talk to, personable and engaging. He responded to emails and calls right away, sometimes immediately…unheard of in today’s world. Needless to say, I can’t recommend him highly enough. A five star experience, for sure!
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25 Feb, 2023 by Lee sparaco
Highly Recommended! Ron is great attorney, very responsive, fairly priced, and explains things in a very down to earth way, that is easily understood.
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24 Jan, 2025 by Domenic colavito
28 Feb, 2023 by Alison aliazzo
I came to Ron feeling very nervous about my new business. I felt lost in a sea of state laws and paperwork, having no idea where to begin. He was not only knowledgeable, he made me feel as if my ‘problems’ were now in his hands, that he would easily handle what needed doing, with very little work on my end. All the while, he kept me fully informed on what was happening and answered any questions I had about the process. Everything went smoothly and I am happy to report that my business is now up and running successfully. The entire experience was a pleasure! Ron is easy to talk to, personable and engaging. He responded to emails and calls right away, sometimes immediately…unheard of in today’s world. Needless to say, I can’t recommend him highly enough. A five star experience, for sure!
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25 Feb, 2023 by Lee sparaco
Highly Recommended! Ron is great attorney, very responsive, fairly priced, and explains things in a very down to earth way, that is easily understood.
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10 Aug, 2023 by Sam moskowitz
If you’ve ever had any experience with getting arrested, spending time in jail till a judge hears your case and allows you to leave, following up with further court dates, as well as the implications of all these occurrences - it can be incredibly overwhelming and rather difficult to keep a straight head throughout.
That is ofcourse NOT the case if you’re able and/or fortunate enough to find yourself a lawyer who genuinely gives a damn about what might happen to you - and legitimately knows her way around the court room & the legal system.
And so, try as I may - but I simply struggle to adequately express how immensely grateful I am to Serena Townsend for how swift, professional, honest, and KIND she was with me throughout the entirety of my case.
I often would display very palpable stress in the face of this ordeal - but she kept me on the straight, and was very patient with me when she had plenty of reason not to necessarily be so patient…
If you are in trouble, and you’re looking to face it with any measure of confidence that you’ll come out okay - I earnestly suggest that you look no further than Townsend, Motorola, & Uris Law.
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10 Aug, 2023 by Joseph pisano
Sarena knocked it out of the park for us! Her experience and knowledge coupled with her confidence and compassion shone through when arguing our son's case; and in doing so, garnered the attention and respect of every attorney in the room. (The Judge was impressed with her as well.) We would highly recommend her without any reservation whatsoever! She IS the lawyer for the job!
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09 May, 2023 by Kyle brown
Best decision I've ever made was going with Townsend, Mottola and Uris. I would highly recommend to anyone in need. Sarena Townsend was always cool, calm, collected and knew the law better than everyone in the room at all times...including the judge.
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29 Nov, 2024 by Jessica levy
Phenomenal experience, client experience is second to none. From the initial consultation until completion of my legal matter, I was treated as a person and it made me feel like I always had someone by my side to help me through the process.
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07 Nov, 2023 by Olivia newton-atwell
I was extremely nervous at first going into the consultation but left the conversation feeling at ease. All of my questions were answered and Mr. Itamar Levy, Esq. was straight forward which I appreciated.
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29 Oct, 2023 by Cathy coolidge
Immediately contacted me about my concerns, and will follow up with a meeting.
Very satisfied and recommended.
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29 Nov, 2024 by Jessica levy
Phenomenal experience, client experience is second to none. From the initial consultation until completion of my legal matter, I was treated as a person and it made me feel like I always had someone by my side to help me through the process.
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07 Nov, 2023 by Olivia newton-atwell
I was extremely nervous at first going into the consultation but left the conversation feeling at ease. All of my questions were answered and Mr. Itamar Levy, Esq. was straight forward which I appreciated.
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29 Oct, 2023 by Cathy coolidge
Immediately contacted me about my concerns, and will follow up with a meeting.
Very satisfied and recommended.
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29 Nov, 2024 by Jessica levy
Phenomenal experience, client experience is second to none. From the initial consultation until completion of my legal matter, I was treated as a person and it made me feel like I always had someone by my side to help me through the process.
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07 Nov, 2023 by Olivia newton-atwell
I was extremely nervous at first going into the consultation but left the conversation feeling at ease. All of my questions were answered and Mr. Itamar Levy, Esq. was straight forward which I appreciated.
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29 Oct, 2023 by Cathy coolidge
Immediately contacted me about my concerns, and will follow up with a meeting.
Very satisfied and recommended.
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14 Aug, 2024 by Jim greek
I always put my trust in this law firm.They have never let me down over the past 20 years.If you want results hire them.
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31 Mar, 2023 by Risa finn
Friendly knowledgeable staff
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26 Feb, 2022 by Dan ujvari
One of the best legal practices on Long Island.
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14 Aug, 2024 by Jim greek
I always put my trust in this law firm.They have never let me down over the past 20 years.If you want results hire them.
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31 Mar, 2023 by Risa finn
Friendly knowledgeable staff
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26 Feb, 2022 by Dan ujvari
One of the best legal practices on Long Island.
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06 Jan, 2025 by James tsang
If I could give negative stars I would…after receiving their latest invoice I was shocked and disgusted because my case has been delayed in court and they probably made a mistake and billed me for their mistake. I heard nothing from them for months and when I inquired about my case status, I received a useless answer by another lawyer who charges $550 an hour. Her email response was not that long and they charged me half an hour for it. It was ridiculous! I plan to fire them and hire another lawyer…
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06 Nov, 2024 by Jane schmidt
I am very satisfied with the work done on my own legal documents and the legal documents for my mother. Both Kristi and Kira were a pleasure to work with.
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02 Nov, 2024 by Richard whaley
Great service, on top of the situation immediately. Able to reduce my traffic ticket to not affect my insurance rate.
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06 Jan, 2025 by James tsang
If I could give negative stars I would…after receiving their latest invoice I was shocked and disgusted because my case has been delayed in court and they probably made a mistake and billed me for their mistake. I heard nothing from them for months and when I inquired about my case status, I received a useless answer by another lawyer who charges $550 an hour. Her email response was not that long and they charged me half an hour for it. It was ridiculous! I plan to fire them and hire another lawyer…
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06 Nov, 2024 by Jane schmidt
I am very satisfied with the work done on my own legal documents and the legal documents for my mother. Both Kristi and Kira were a pleasure to work with.
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02 Nov, 2024 by Richard whaley
Great service, on top of the situation immediately. Able to reduce my traffic ticket to not affect my insurance rate.
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24 Sep, 2023 by William g.
03 Jan, 2025 by Maurice blackmon
Great place
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03 Jan, 2025 by Tha rapper haiti
Was a great experience and really recommend it
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26 Nov, 2024 by Isaiha stroud
My experience was great and would definitely recommend
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06 Nov, 2024 by Erin m
My husband and I recently worked with Chris and Donna on our first home-buying experience, and we can't say enough good things about Doelger Law! From start to finish, Chris was knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely invested in making the process as smooth as possible for us. As first-time homebuyers, we had lot of questions and concerns, but Chris took the time to explain every step in detail and made sure we fully understood what was happening. His expertise in real estate law was evident, and we felt completely confident with him guiding us through the complexities of the contracts and legalities.
Chris was incredibly responsive, always returning calls and emails quickly, and he was there to troubleshoot any issues that came up along the way. His attention to detail was outstanding, catching any potential issues that we would have never noticed. On top of that, his calm demeanor and positive attitude made the entire experience much less stressful than we imagined it could be. We truly felt like he had our best interests at heart.
Thanks to Chris, we were able to close on our first home smoothly and without any unexpected hiccups. If you're looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable, and personable lawyer to help you with real estate matters, we highly recommend Chris. He’s someone you can trust to have your back!
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29 Sep, 2024 by King chuchu __
Frustrating Experience with Suris and Associates
I rarely write negative reviews, but my experience with Suris and Associates has prompted me to share my concerns so that others can make informed decisions. After over a year of what I thought would be diligent representation for my case, the firm informed me that they would not be pursuing further actions. Their reasoning? They were unable to contact the insurance company.
For a law firm, one would expect a proactive approach, especially in a legal matter that can significantly impact someone’s life. Instead, I felt like my case was put on the back burner as I experienced frustrating delays and a serious lack of communication. Despite my repeated inquiries, there was a notable absence of the effort needed to seek justice.
It’s disheartening to anticipate some support in a challenging time only to find yourself poised on the sidelines. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend Suris and Associates based on my dismal experience. I hope others have a more positive encounter, but my advice is to keep your options open and consider firms that exhibit the commitment and tenacity every client deserves.
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26 Jul, 2024 by Stephanie g
Suri's and associates was recommended by My realtor and I'm so happy for the recommendation. I just closed on July 25th and I cannot praise the attentiveness from Angela who is my Lawyer's Paralegal. Angela was patient and answered all of my questions. I used Crystal Young as my attorney and all my contracts and documents moved smoothly throughout the process. I am so grateful to have been in their hands through this home buying process!
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06 Nov, 2024 by Erin m
My husband and I recently worked with Chris and Donna on our first home-buying experience, and we can't say enough good things about Doelger Law! From start to finish, Chris was knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely invested in making the process as smooth as possible for us. As first-time homebuyers, we had lot of questions and concerns, but Chris took the time to explain every step in detail and made sure we fully understood what was happening. His expertise in real estate law was evident, and we felt completely confident with him guiding us through the complexities of the contracts and legalities.
Chris was incredibly responsive, always returning calls and emails quickly, and he was there to troubleshoot any issues that came up along the way. His attention to detail was outstanding, catching any potential issues that we would have never noticed. On top of that, his calm demeanor and positive attitude made the entire experience much less stressful than we imagined it could be. We truly felt like he had our best interests at heart.
Thanks to Chris, we were able to close on our first home smoothly and without any unexpected hiccups. If you're looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable, and personable lawyer to help you with real estate matters, we highly recommend Chris. He’s someone you can trust to have your back!
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29 Sep, 2024 by King chuchu __
Frustrating Experience with Suris and Associates
I rarely write negative reviews, but my experience with Suris and Associates has prompted me to share my concerns so that others can make informed decisions. After over a year of what I thought would be diligent representation for my case, the firm informed me that they would not be pursuing further actions. Their reasoning? They were unable to contact the insurance company.
For a law firm, one would expect a proactive approach, especially in a legal matter that can significantly impact someone’s life. Instead, I felt like my case was put on the back burner as I experienced frustrating delays and a serious lack of communication. Despite my repeated inquiries, there was a notable absence of the effort needed to seek justice.
It’s disheartening to anticipate some support in a challenging time only to find yourself poised on the sidelines. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend Suris and Associates based on my dismal experience. I hope others have a more positive encounter, but my advice is to keep your options open and consider firms that exhibit the commitment and tenacity every client deserves.
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26 Jul, 2024 by Stephanie g
Suri's and associates was recommended by My realtor and I'm so happy for the recommendation. I just closed on July 25th and I cannot praise the attentiveness from Angela who is my Lawyer's Paralegal. Angela was patient and answered all of my questions. I used Crystal Young as my attorney and all my contracts and documents moved smoothly throughout the process. I am so grateful to have been in their hands through this home buying process!
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04 Sep, 2024 by Larry oakner
Highly knowledgeable in law and life. A good person who relates to his clients and delivers what they need professionally and personally.
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21 Aug, 2024 by Barbara scotti
I would recommend Ettinger Law Firm without any reservation. Their professionalism and knowledge is exemplary. A wonderful experience from beginning to end.
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02 Nov, 2023 by Amanda skiber
Suzanne Ettinger is excellent with explaining everything and helpful and answered all our questions. I would recommend to anyone that needs a elder care lawyer.
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08 Dec, 2024 by Francisca arenas
Maria helped me out. Wonderful service! Thankyou Maria!
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26 Nov, 2024 by Kris d
I recently had the unfortunate experience of dealing with an injury from a car accident that left me feeling overwhelmed in constant pain and unsure about my recovery process. However, thanks to the outstanding care I received at the Harrison Law group, my journey to healing has been placed in excellent hands. From my very first conversation with Maria, I was impressed by the professionalism and empathy she possessed. She is super detail oriented and highly intelligent in all phases of this process.She is an amazing paralegal!They took the time to thoroughly assess my situation and created a tailored recovery plan that addressed my specific needs. The communication is fantastic always responding promptly. They ensured that I understood each step of the process. Mr. Harrison made me feel like I was part of a family, and not just another client. He answered every question with patience and kindness. Giving me detailed responses. I highly recommend the Harrison Law group should you ever need an injury law firm.
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01 Oct, 2024 by Louis decicco
I have been with Hedayati Law group for many years now. They handled my divorce settlement and I couldn’t have been happier with the outcome. My ex took me back to court under false pretenses in an attempt to change our settlement and Michele was amazing. She was hardworking and on top of everything every step of the way. I felt comfortable at all times and never felt like I needed to worry. I couldn’t ask for a better lawyer by my side. Michele is top notch as she had my court case dismissed. I would recommend Hedayati Law group to anyone in need of a divorce lawyer. If I could give more than 5 stars I would.
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15 Jan, 2025 by Ed laflam
I recently had a case resolved by celling law, both Tom Cleere and Ashley Scanlon went above and beyond to get an excellent result for me, they're worth a 10 star rating!!!
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13 Jan, 2025 by Neal fitzgerald
My automobile accident lasted for Seconds my recovery took over 10 months the six figure Settlement I was awarded last week will change my life forever.
Thank you, Cellino Law, but more especially Josh Sandberg and Susan
Larisch.
Josh,thank you for your dogged determination in getting me the largest settlement under law. I will be forever grateful.
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26 Nov, 2024 by Valerie rothschild
My claim was not large by any means or in comparison with other personal injury claims. However, my claim was treated and handled by Tom Cleere and his staff at Cellino Law, particularly Ashley Scanlon, with the utmost professionalism, thought and care. I am very thankful for their efforts on my behalf. I have and will continue to recommend them.
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15 Jan, 2025 by Ed laflam
I recently had a case resolved by celling law, both Tom Cleere and Ashley Scanlon went above and beyond to get an excellent result for me, they're worth a 10 star rating!!!
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13 Jan, 2025 by Neal fitzgerald
My automobile accident lasted for Seconds my recovery took over 10 months the six figure Settlement I was awarded last week will change my life forever.
Thank you, Cellino Law, but more especially Josh Sandberg and Susan
Larisch.
Josh,thank you for your dogged determination in getting me the largest settlement under law. I will be forever grateful.
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26 Nov, 2024 by Valerie rothschild
My claim was not large by any means or in comparison with other personal injury claims. However, my claim was treated and handled by Tom Cleere and his staff at Cellino Law, particularly Ashley Scanlon, with the utmost professionalism, thought and care. I am very thankful for their efforts on my behalf. I have and will continue to recommend them.
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15 Jan, 2025 by Niem kurdy
Zlotolow & Associates ,P.C. is great at what they do. They helped me through some rough moments when got injured in accident. They made sure that justice was served. Good job great staff I love you all happy New Year.
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13 Jan, 2025 by Priscilla garcia
Spoke to a lady on the Phone who was Very RUDE TODAY 12/27/2024 @ 1625 hours. I called to speak to a Lawyer or someone For consultaion and she said oh you the one who hung up which I didnt & lost service while im currently still in the Hospital. She stated “ oh your the one who called and was VERY RUDE AND NASTY” and she hung up the phone on me.. not nice service at all.
Just lost a client.
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15 Oct, 2024 by Key r
I had an injury case which was very stressful and complicated . the team here made sure I was at ease and took care of everything on my behalf with full representation to the furthest extent. I could not have chosen a better team to work with. Thank you for your dedication and firm stance with my case. I highly recommend giving them a call for your legal needs.
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15 Jan, 2025 by Niem kurdy
Zlotolow & Associates ,P.C. is great at what they do. They helped me through some rough moments when got injured in accident. They made sure that justice was served. Good job great staff I love you all happy New Year.
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13 Jan, 2025 by Priscilla garcia
Spoke to a lady on the Phone who was Very RUDE TODAY 12/27/2024 @ 1625 hours. I called to speak to a Lawyer or someone For consultaion and she said oh you the one who hung up which I didnt & lost service while im currently still in the Hospital. She stated “ oh your the one who called and was VERY RUDE AND NASTY” and she hung up the phone on me.. not nice service at all.
Just lost a client.
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15 Oct, 2024 by Key r
I had an injury case which was very stressful and complicated . the team here made sure I was at ease and took care of everything on my behalf with full representation to the furthest extent. I could not have chosen a better team to work with. Thank you for your dedication and firm stance with my case. I highly recommend giving them a call for your legal needs.
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15 Jan, 2025 by Niem kurdy
Zlotolow & Associates ,P.C. is great at what they do. They helped me through some rough moments when got injured in accident. They made sure that justice was served. Good job great staff I love you all happy New Year.
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13 Jan, 2025 by Priscilla garcia
Spoke to a lady on the Phone who was Very RUDE TODAY 12/27/2024 @ 1625 hours. I called to speak to a Lawyer or someone For consultaion and she said oh you the one who hung up which I didnt & lost service while im currently still in the Hospital. She stated “ oh your the one who called and was VERY RUDE AND NASTY” and she hung up the phone on me.. not nice service at all.
Just lost a client.
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15 Oct, 2024 by Key r
I had an injury case which was very stressful and complicated . the team here made sure I was at ease and took care of everything on my behalf with full representation to the furthest extent. I could not have chosen a better team to work with. Thank you for your dedication and firm stance with my case. I highly recommend giving them a call for your legal needs.
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15 Jan, 2025 by Niem kurdy
Zlotolow & Associates ,P.C. is great at what they do. They helped me through some rough moments when got injured in accident. They made sure that justice was served. Good job great staff I love you all happy New Year.
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13 Jan, 2025 by Priscilla garcia
Spoke to a lady on the Phone who was Very RUDE TODAY 12/27/2024 @ 1625 hours. I called to speak to a Lawyer or someone For consultaion and she said oh you the one who hung up which I didnt & lost service while im currently still in the Hospital. She stated “ oh your the one who called and was VERY RUDE AND NASTY” and she hung up the phone on me.. not nice service at all.
Just lost a client.
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15 Oct, 2024 by Key r
I had an injury case which was very stressful and complicated . the team here made sure I was at ease and took care of everything on my behalf with full representation to the furthest extent. I could not have chosen a better team to work with. Thank you for your dedication and firm stance with my case. I highly recommend giving them a call for your legal needs.
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