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03 May, 2017 by Vicki papadopoulos
Anthony Giordano Is arguably one of the greatest legal minds in the profession today. I had 3 felony charges on me... I was released without bail (Anthony did wonders at my arraignment). Then my case was dismissed after trial. Now that's SOMEONE WHO KNOWS WHAT HE IS DOING! Tony made the D.A. look like a little school girl.
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17 Mar, 2014 by Claudia
Last year hired Mr. Giordano to represent me when Ossining Village (NY) said I owed them around $4,000 for parking tickets. Ended up paying only $400, plus Mr. Giordano's very reasonable fee to represent me in court. Last month AGAIN hired him to represent me for 4 more overnight parking tickets that I did not deserve. Mr. Giordano got them all dismissed. This man is a whiz when it comes to parking tickets in Ossining Village!
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07 Sep, 2013 by Anonymous
Got in trouble with local government; got convicted of aggravated harassment 2nd. Hired Mr. Anthony Giordano, Ossining, N.Y. to appeal the conviction. He wrote legal papers and got the case heard in New York's highest court, the NY Court of Appeals. We WON! My conviction was over-turned. NOT GUILTY! Mr. Giordano's papers submitted to the Court were brilliantly written, and it was absolutely amazing to watch this man in action, in front of 7 Justices. I've since watched Mr. Giordano a few times in local courts and remain amazed at his vast knowledge of criminal and zoning laws.
Mr. Giordano is professional, caring, knowledgeable, and thorough. I have recommended him to around 25 people and all have praised Mr. Giordano's legal expertise and abilities. If you ever need a criminal defense lawyer, or anything to do with building code violations, I highly recommend Mr. Anthony Giordano who has offices in Ossining, NY.
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22 Oct, 2016 by Christopher
My parents hired Jay Sherman back 10 years ago and beside the fact he did great on my case, he wasn't expensive neither. Jay Sherman is defitnitly a lawyer I would use again because of how he handled my cases on a legal level and on a personal level. I remember one time I had gotten a violation in Peekskill Court this was a few yeas after Jay Sherman represented me, I was in the court by myself and when Jay Sherman seem me he immediately caled me up the the judge and Jay got my case settled right there in the court and he did not even charge me for it. That's why I will always refer him to anyone who asks me if I know a good attorney.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Barbara nicol
11 Apr, 2015 by Claudia
Mr. Cotto just won my case against the Village for Building Code Violations. He prepared the case diligently, citing case law to the Judge that the Judge himself used in his decision. He is an excellent trial attorney. He properly prepared all witness and evidence. I would recommend this attorney wholehearted ly . He is dedicated to his work and his client. Anyone who would have him as a lawyer will benefit tremondously.
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26 Aug, 2020 by Barbara nicol
08 Jul, 2024 by Kleber bagua
08 Jul, 2024 by Corpomax inc
Today I would like to sincerely thank Collen IP and the lawyers who work there for at least two reasons.
First, for many years now, these professionals have been dealing effectively with the clients that my company CorpoMax refers to them (without monetary compensation). I have only received positive comments about them.
Second, I recently called on the services of this firm for a serious personal problem concerning copyright and trademark infringement. Lawyers Jess Collen and Michael Nesheiwat have been incredibly efficient.
I have nothing but good words about this firm and would highly recommend it to anyone with any intellectual property problem.
Vincent Allard, Attorney (QC)
P.S. This opinion is given on a voluntary basis and has never been solicited in any way by Collen IP or by any of its members. I just expressed my opinion, quite simply.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Virginia benedict
These are Intellectual Property Attornies.
This property is also a historic site.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Kleber bagua
08 Jul, 2024 by Corpomax inc
Today I would like to sincerely thank Collen IP and the lawyers who work there for at least two reasons.
First, for many years now, these professionals have been dealing effectively with the clients that my company CorpoMax refers to them (without monetary compensation). I have only received positive comments about them.
Second, I recently called on the services of this firm for a serious personal problem concerning copyright and trademark infringement. Lawyers Jess Collen and Michael Nesheiwat have been incredibly efficient.
I have nothing but good words about this firm and would highly recommend it to anyone with any intellectual property problem.
Vincent Allard, Attorney (QC)
P.S. This opinion is given on a voluntary basis and has never been solicited in any way by Collen IP or by any of its members. I just expressed my opinion, quite simply.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Virginia benedict
These are Intellectual Property Attornies.
This property is also a historic site.
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20 Aug, 2020 by Corpomax inc
Today I would like to sincerely thank Collen IP and the lawyers who work there for at least two reasons.
First, for many years now, these professionals have been dealing effectively with the clients that my company CorpoMax refers to them (without monetary compensation). I have only received positive comments about them.
Second, I recently called on the services of this firm for a serious personal problem concerning copyright and trademark infringement. Lawyers Jess Collen and Michael Nesheiwat have been incredibly efficient.
I have nothing but good words about this firm and would highly recommend it to anyone with any intellectual property problem.
Vincent Allard, Attorney (QC)
P.S. This opinion is given on a voluntary basis and has never been solicited in any way by Collen IP or by any of its members. I just expressed my opinion, quite simply.
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11 Jul, 2020 by Kleber bagua
21 Nov, 2017 by Virginia benedict
These are Intellectual Property Attornies.
This property is also a historic site.
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18 May, 2018 by Anonymous
Do not hire this attorney. His firm filed for bankruptcy, didn’t pay rent for 15 months, and did not appear at clients cases resulting in a default judgment.
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03 Sep, 2012 by Lindac
I truly believe that not everyone can have an attorney like Mr. Chittur. I was very lucky. He is honest and fair. He is tenacious. He researches and collaborates with the best to give you the upmost, surprising and successful outcomes. He is still fighting my case in many courts and we are winning!
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01 Sep, 2012 by M.j.
I found out about Mr. Chittur from a web search; He had successfully won on a case similar to mine. I was nervous because I have never been involved in a lawsuit before, but he assured me everything would work out, he was flexible with my schedule, kept me informed of every event, and was a great person to work with the entire time. I hope I never have to need a lawyer again, but if I do, Mr. Chittur will be my first choice!
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02 Mar, 2023 by Anonymous
He is the worst attorney anyone can ask for. A true nightmare.
He asked for the retainer fee right away yet he did nothing for my case for over two months, the only thing he did actually made my case worse. I really don't know how he was able to become an attorney at the first place. He was extremely irresponsive and irresponsible, I had to fire him. And when I asked for part of my retainer fee back, he first told me he would do what was fair, but he kept on asking for more time, and still has not returned one single dollar half of a year later as of today. Stay away from using him for your case.
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27 Jul, 2017 by Anonymous
Mr Yellen is completely irresponsible. He seems too old to do his job, and his work and documents are completely full of errors.
He made so many mistakes I've lost count and it only gets worse each time he goes to court, charging charging charging. I honestly cannot fathom how he passed the bar exam- stay away!
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24 Feb, 2017 by Shaine
Barry might be quick to answer, but he is quick to get the job done the bet way possible, and what is more the most honest way both in ethic and economics. For his area of specialty, with Barry Yellen, you can be secure, your goals and needs will be met.
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12 May, 2021 by Sara
If you choose to work with this lawyer, you’ll find that you’ll have to “do it yourself” much of the time. Be prepared to do a lot of your own research and come up with your own “workarounds”. Very difficult to get her on the phone, slow to reply via email and when she finally does respond, she tends to do so at the end of her work day, so any questions you have will have to wait another whole business day at least. Impatient, and seems resentful to have to explain or repeat anything twice. Interruptive, so talk fast or you may not get a sentence out. Don’t do it. Look elsewhere.
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06 Aug, 2012 by Antonio
Ms. Dasilva's service was far from acceptable. I think her main problem was her lack of knowledge and familiarity with "the system." Quite the novice....it was very frustrating to see her complicating what should have been easy things...nice office, though....but I would NOTrecommend.
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