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14 Sep, 2023 by Ba s
I normally do this work myself but didn't have time. The paperwork sent to NY by Frank Zappala was rejected by Clinton County. Upon my review, it was in fact done incorrectly. I redid it myself, and it went through with flying colors as always. I cordially offered the information to Frank Zappala hoping it would assist both him and his clients in their future endeavors. I did not request even a partial refund. This guy has the arrogance to bill me for research that further confirms his errors. You think about that.
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08 Apr, 2021 by L l
I am so happy with the help I received by Mr. Zappala and his assistant Siobhan that were kind, courteous, and very professional. Very patient and always responded to me in a timely manner. Thank you for helping me getting back on my feet and seeing a better future for myself and family. I highly recommend them.
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03 Jul, 2020 by Chip blair
14 Sep, 2023 by Ba s
I normally do this work myself but didn't have time. The paperwork sent to NY by Frank Zappala was rejected by Clinton County. Upon my review, it was in fact done incorrectly. I redid it myself, and it went through with flying colors as always. I cordially offered the information to Frank Zappala hoping it would assist both him and his clients in their future endeavors. I did not request even a partial refund. This guy has the arrogance to bill me for research that further confirms his errors. You think about that.
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08 Apr, 2021 by L l
I am so happy with the help I received by Mr. Zappala and his assistant Siobhan that were kind, courteous, and very professional. Very patient and always responded to me in a timely manner. Thank you for helping me getting back on my feet and seeing a better future for myself and family. I highly recommend them.
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03 Jul, 2020 by Chip blair
14 Sep, 2023 by Ba s
I normally do this work myself but didn't have time. The paperwork sent to NY by Frank Zappala was rejected by Clinton County. Upon my review, it was in fact done incorrectly. I redid it myself, and it went through with flying colors as always. I cordially offered the information to Frank Zappala hoping it would assist both him and his clients in their future endeavors. I did not request even a partial refund. This guy has the arrogance to bill me for research that further confirms his errors. You think about that.
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08 Apr, 2021 by L l
I am so happy with the help I received by Mr. Zappala and his assistant Siobhan that were kind, courteous, and very professional. Very patient and always responded to me in a timely manner. Thank you for helping me getting back on my feet and seeing a better future for myself and family. I highly recommend them.
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03 Jul, 2020 by Chip blair
14 Sep, 2023 by Ba s
I normally do this work myself but didn't have time. The paperwork sent to NY by Frank Zappala was rejected by Clinton County. Upon my review, it was in fact done incorrectly. I redid it myself, and it went through with flying colors as always. I cordially offered the information to Frank Zappala hoping it would assist both him and his clients in their future endeavors. I did not request even a partial refund. This guy has the arrogance to bill me for research that further confirms his errors. You think about that.
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08 Apr, 2021 by L l
I am so happy with the help I received by Mr. Zappala and his assistant Siobhan that were kind, courteous, and very professional. Very patient and always responded to me in a timely manner. Thank you for helping me getting back on my feet and seeing a better future for myself and family. I highly recommend them.
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03 Jul, 2020 by Chip blair
14 Sep, 2023 by Ba s
I normally do this work myself but didn't have time. The paperwork sent to NY by Frank Zappala was rejected by Clinton County. Upon my review, it was in fact done incorrectly. I redid it myself, and it went through with flying colors as always. I cordially offered the information to Frank Zappala hoping it would assist both him and his clients in their future endeavors. I did not request even a partial refund. This guy has the arrogance to bill me for research that further confirms his errors. You think about that.
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08 Apr, 2021 by L l
I am so happy with the help I received by Mr. Zappala and his assistant Siobhan that were kind, courteous, and very professional. Very patient and always responded to me in a timely manner. Thank you for helping me getting back on my feet and seeing a better future for myself and family. I highly recommend them.
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03 Jul, 2020 by Chip blair
14 Sep, 2023 by Ba s
I normally do this work myself but didn't have time. The paperwork sent to NY by Frank Zappala was rejected by Clinton County. Upon my review, it was in fact done incorrectly. I redid it myself, and it went through with flying colors as always. I cordially offered the information to Frank Zappala hoping it would assist both him and his clients in their future endeavors. I did not request even a partial refund. This guy has the arrogance to bill me for research that further confirms his errors. You think about that.
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08 Apr, 2021 by L l
I am so happy with the help I received by Mr. Zappala and his assistant Siobhan that were kind, courteous, and very professional. Very patient and always responded to me in a timely manner. Thank you for helping me getting back on my feet and seeing a better future for myself and family. I highly recommend them.
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03 Jul, 2020 by Chip blair
14 Sep, 2023 by Ba s
I normally do this work myself but didn't have time. The paperwork sent to NY by Frank Zappala was rejected by Clinton County. Upon my review, it was in fact done incorrectly. I redid it myself, and it went through with flying colors as always. I cordially offered the information to Frank Zappala hoping it would assist both him and his clients in their future endeavors. I did not request even a partial refund. This guy has the arrogance to bill me for research that further confirms his errors. You think about that.
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08 Apr, 2021 by L l
I am so happy with the help I received by Mr. Zappala and his assistant Siobhan that were kind, courteous, and very professional. Very patient and always responded to me in a timely manner. Thank you for helping me getting back on my feet and seeing a better future for myself and family. I highly recommend them.
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03 Jul, 2020 by Chip blair
14 Sep, 2023 by Ba s
I normally do this work myself but didn't have time. The paperwork sent to NY by Frank Zappala was rejected by Clinton County. Upon my review, it was in fact done incorrectly. I redid it myself, and it went through with flying colors as always. I cordially offered the information to Frank Zappala hoping it would assist both him and his clients in their future endeavors. I did not request even a partial refund. This guy has the arrogance to bill me for research that further confirms his errors. You think about that.
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08 Apr, 2021 by L l
I am so happy with the help I received by Mr. Zappala and his assistant Siobhan that were kind, courteous, and very professional. Very patient and always responded to me in a timely manner. Thank you for helping me getting back on my feet and seeing a better future for myself and family. I highly recommend them.
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03 Jul, 2020 by Chip blair
14 Sep, 2023 by Ba s
I normally do this work myself but didn't have time. The paperwork sent to NY by Frank Zappala was rejected by Clinton County. Upon my review, it was in fact done incorrectly. I redid it myself, and it went through with flying colors as always. I cordially offered the information to Frank Zappala hoping it would assist both him and his clients in their future endeavors. I did not request even a partial refund. This guy has the arrogance to bill me for research that further confirms his errors. You think about that.
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08 Apr, 2021 by L l
I am so happy with the help I received by Mr. Zappala and his assistant Siobhan that were kind, courteous, and very professional. Very patient and always responded to me in a timely manner. Thank you for helping me getting back on my feet and seeing a better future for myself and family. I highly recommend them.
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03 Jul, 2020 by Chip blair
14 Sep, 2023 by Ba s
I normally do this work myself but didn't have time. The paperwork sent to NY by Frank Zappala was rejected by Clinton County. Upon my review, it was in fact done incorrectly. I redid it myself, and it went through with flying colors as always. I cordially offered the information to Frank Zappala hoping it would assist both him and his clients in their future endeavors. I did not request even a partial refund. This guy has the arrogance to bill me for research that further confirms his errors. You think about that.
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08 Apr, 2021 by L l
I am so happy with the help I received by Mr. Zappala and his assistant Siobhan that were kind, courteous, and very professional. Very patient and always responded to me in a timely manner. Thank you for helping me getting back on my feet and seeing a better future for myself and family. I highly recommend them.
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03 Jul, 2020 by Chip blair
14 Sep, 2023 by Ba s
I normally do this work myself but didn't have time. The paperwork sent to NY by Frank Zappala was rejected by Clinton County. Upon my review, it was in fact done incorrectly. I redid it myself, and it went through with flying colors as always. I cordially offered the information to Frank Zappala hoping it would assist both him and his clients in their future endeavors. I did not request even a partial refund. This guy has the arrogance to bill me for research that further confirms his errors. You think about that.
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08 Apr, 2021 by L l
I am so happy with the help I received by Mr. Zappala and his assistant Siobhan that were kind, courteous, and very professional. Very patient and always responded to me in a timely manner. Thank you for helping me getting back on my feet and seeing a better future for myself and family. I highly recommend them.
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03 Jul, 2020 by Chip blair
16 Jul, 2024 by John lindquist
I'll always be grateful to Wendy, Andrew, and their staff for giving me a new lease on life. They should be proud of their work in our communities, and we are lucky to have them in our corner. I'll always remember them. Thankyou so very much for being there for me.
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15 May, 2024 by Wendy bridges
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15 Mar, 2024 by Joshua rodriguez
Wendy LaMare a Paralegal at this firm helped me get my case resolved and was extremely helpful and very knowledgeable about all aspects of my case. If I ever have to deal with a lawsuit again I would definitely recommend using the Rural Law Center of New York. Thank you so much I’m so grateful for all of the support.
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14 Sep, 2023 by Ba s
I normally do this work myself but didn't have time. The paperwork sent to NY by Frank Zappala was rejected by Clinton County. Upon my review, it was in fact done incorrectly. I redid it myself, and it went through with flying colors as always. I cordially offered the information to Frank Zappala hoping it would assist both him and his clients in their future endeavors. I did not request even a partial refund. This guy has the arrogance to bill me for research that further confirms his errors. You think about that.
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14 Sep, 2023 by Anonymous
I normally do this work myself but didn't have time. The paperwork sent to NY by Frank Zappala was rejected by Clinton County. Upon my review, it was in fact done incorrectly. I redid it myself, and it went through with flying colors as always. I cordially offered the information to Frank Zappala hoping it would assist both him and his clients in their future endeavors. I did not request even a partial refund. This guy has the arrogance to bill me for research that further confirms his errors. You think about that.
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08 Apr, 2021 by L l
I am so happy with the help I received by Mr. Zappala and his assistant Siobhan that were kind, courteous, and very professional. Very patient and always responded to me in a timely manner. Thank you for helping me getting back on my feet and seeing a better future for myself and family. I highly recommend them.
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09 Nov, 2020 by Anonymous
He was my appeals lawyer. While he was perfecting my appeal he contacted me once to let me know he was my lawyer and failed numerous times to respond to my multiple inquiries. Can't be that great if his clients I. Prison and fails to communicate.
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27 Feb, 2014 by George
Rich is a great guy. He not only helped me with my case, he explained everything to me like nobody else. He gave me the big picture right away and walked me through everything. I trust his advice absolutely.
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29 Apr, 2013 by Anonymous
most lawyers i know try to make themselves look smarter than everyone else. Rich Cantwell was able to answer all of my questions without making me feel like I wan't smart. He was very knowledgeable and nice.
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31 Jul, 2024 by Carrie paola
Mr Bayer was kind, pleasant and professional. He did a great job in representing me and my niece in a guardianship case.
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09 Mar, 2021 by Joshua latulip
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27 Jul, 2016 by Kathleen
I have been represented by Mr.Albers for an array of different cases and each time he was professional and dedicated. I was treated with the up most respect amd kidness. He was attentive and listened to my side of what was going on with each case. He stood next to me in court and fought for me to ensure I got justice and a fair outcome. Mr.Albers kept contact and made sure we had many consults together ad had plenty of time to talk about my case before going in front of a judge. I was throughly impressed with the representation I recieved and never got any less then the best help from Mr.Albers. I recommend anyone looking for a strong willed, dedicated attorney to absolutely go with Albers. I am a repeat client and will always inquire his services for any future case that may arise. Albers is an Excellent, top notch Laywer. Thank you for everything!
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27 Jul, 2016 by Andrea
I had David Albers as my court appointed lawyer. I was being accused of DWI under the Leanders law. I was OK with most of what the courts were requiring of me, other than not having my license. My lawyer did fight for me and speak with the ADA and judge about how it was Marijuana and not alcohol or a much harder drug and that from the time i had smoked it I had ample time to be sober (it was 4 and a half hours mind you). The judge never gives licenses to people that are charged with what I was charged with and with David's persistence I was able to keep my license. Not much else was dropped but due to the seriousness of the charges it wasn't able to be and the fact I couldn't prove I wasn't under the influence of marijuana while driving with my children in the car. I had found for being court appointed I was given David's full attention when I needed it and he and I went into detail of different options that I could take. I would tell him that I didn't know much about the laws and he made sure to explain things to me. I had found him to be helpful and had my best interest at heart while trying to prove my innocence.
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29 Mar, 2016 by Anonymous
I hired this lawyer for a minor criminal matter. the only time i got to talk to him was at court appearances. I felt like all he was doing was acting as a go between. I found out later i could have fired him. i didnt know at the time or I would have. I found out later I had a strong case against, which should have been used as leverage for a better more fair outcome. he just goes threw the motions.
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14 Sep, 2023 by Ba s
I normally do this work myself but didn't have time. The paperwork sent to NY by Frank Zappala was rejected by Clinton County. Upon my review, it was in fact done incorrectly. I redid it myself, and it went through with flying colors as always. I cordially offered the information to Frank Zappala hoping it would assist both him and his clients in their future endeavors. I did not request even a partial refund. This guy has the arrogance to bill me for research that further confirms his errors. You think about that.
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08 Apr, 2021 by L l
I am so happy with the help I received by Mr. Zappala and his assistant Siobhan that were kind, courteous, and very professional. Very patient and always responded to me in a timely manner. Thank you for helping me getting back on my feet and seeing a better future for myself and family. I highly recommend them.
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19 Mar, 2021 by Anonymous
horrible lawyer. she makes up what ever she wants and claims it as the truth. she is unwilling to listen to any concerns and already has her mind made up which makes her inept for her occupation and she should no longer be allowed to practice law. Her inability to be non-bias disqualifies her from the bar and she should be banned for life.
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