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18 Jul, 2024 by Michelle m.
I was referred to Matthew by a friend and I couldn't be happier with my case outcome. Matthew (and Donna) worked diligently to help me in my time of need and I am so grateful to them for all their hard work. You won't regret choosing The Law Office of Matthew Glassman.
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21 Mar, 2024 by Kelly
Mr. Glassman is a wonderful attorney. He handled my car accident case and made the entire process easy for me. It was very stressful and I sustained painful soft tissue injuries. Mr. Glassman fought for me every step of the way and got me a fair settlement. In addition, he was helpful and answered every question I had along the way. All while being kind, patient and determined to do what was best for me. I could not possibly recommend Mr. Glassman any more highly.
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01 Sep, 2023 by Johan wijngaarde
Attorney Matthew Glassman represented a very close friend of mine in a criminal case earlier this week. My friend was facing multiple years in prison, however whatever Attorney Glassman my friend end up getting charges dropped and time served. We are all very grateful for the outcome. I recommend Mr. Glassman if you're ever looking for a lawyer.
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12 Sep, 2024 by James digennaro
This office helped me out with a bad speeding ticket and worked with me for months getting it resolved with no points on my driving record!! They are incredibly organized and patient. Worth every penny
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13 Jun, 2024 by Sulema garcia
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17 Apr, 2024 by Eliana galan
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15 Dec, 2023 by Kellie coppi
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12 Dec, 2023 by Aschuster88
Ken and Joanne helped me close on a house in 2019 and I'm back again for another purchase and they're eager to help and are working quickly for a time sensitive matter! Knowledgeable and professional.
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11 Oct, 2021 by Winsome “winnie” cameron
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15 Dec, 2023 by Kellie coppi
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12 Dec, 2023 by Aschuster88
Ken and Joanne helped me close on a house in 2019 and I'm back again for another purchase and they're eager to help and are working quickly for a time sensitive matter! Knowledgeable and professional.
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11 Oct, 2021 by Winsome “winnie” cameron
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11 Jul, 2022 by Sal
End of life decisions are among the most important anyone makes. Having the correct professional to facilitate them is paramount to meeting their objectives. Robin and her firm provided the quintessential model all others should follow by providing the best professional, timely, friendly, meaningful advice and service that met any and all my needs...Engaging her was the best decision my wife and I made.
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12 Jun, 2021 by Risa
Robin Burner Daleo Law Firm is very professional. The office in Mount Sinai, was beautiful! Staff was helpful and friendly. We would highly recommend using them if needing estate planning. Robin is highly knowledgeable in this field, and was able to answer all our questions relating to establishing a Will and Special Needs Trust. She also advised us on things we were not educated on, and did not know to ask about. We are very pleased with the outcome and will use again if needed and highly recommend This Law Office to anyone in the market for Estate Planning.
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01 Mar, 2021 by Karen
Robin Daleo was a Godsend. I was in an Elder Care situation that had to be taken care of, with a great sense of urgency. Robin had the knowledge, expertise and ability to not only help me accomplish this overwhelming task, but do it in a very timely manor. Robins take charge way, and true caring put me at peace knowing everything was done....and done correct. I feel so lucky to have had Robin at my side.
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18 Feb, 2016 by Anonymous
We used Susan not knowing what on earth we were doing. She explained everything thoroughly and we were confident from beginning to end that she was doing what was best for us. She was always quick to respond to our many questions and her office staff was also a uh help. We highly recommend her.
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10 Feb, 2015 by Diane
I have had a few closings with Susan Fitzpatrick as my Lawyer. I could not ask for a more professional,competent,,friendly lawyer. She is completely thourough & I have 100 percent faith she is covering all my bases. Not many people can say that.
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05 Oct, 2015 by Anonymous
ATTORNEY AGRO IS VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE, PATIENT, KIND ATTORNEY IN HIS FIELD OF EDUCATION LAW. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM AS HE HELPED MY CHILD AND MYSELF MAKE THE BEST CHOICES FOR MY CHILD.
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22 Aug, 2024 by Floyd washington
Both a guardianship case and a probate case have been handled by attorney Russel Morgan, who has successfully represented my family. In their respective fields, attorney Russel and his paralegal are among the best ones. My appreciation goes out to them for their professionalism and competence. From the very beginning to the very end of the process, they do an excellent job of ensuring that everything stays on track and that we have a complete understanding of their actions. I am grateful to you!
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27 May, 2024 by Sherwyn guppy
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13 Jan, 2024 by Lois nash
A wealth of experience, fun to work with, and reasonable fees. A good guy!
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22 Aug, 2024 by Floyd washington
Both a guardianship case and a probate case have been handled by attorney Russel Morgan, who has successfully represented my family. In their respective fields, attorney Russel and his paralegal are among the best ones. My appreciation goes out to them for their professionalism and competence. From the very beginning to the very end of the process, they do an excellent job of ensuring that everything stays on track and that we have a complete understanding of their actions. I am grateful to you!
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27 May, 2024 by Sherwyn guppy
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13 Jan, 2024 by Lois nash
A wealth of experience, fun to work with, and reasonable fees. A good guy!
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Matthew Muraskin, experienced  attorney in Port Jefferson, NY with 26 reviews
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04 Sep, 2024 by David bernstein
She led me through the process of protecting my assets for my kids.
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04 Sep, 2024 by Michael lamantia
Tara and her office made a really hard situation dealing with the loss of our mom and the subsequent dealings with her boyfriend palatable. Their office was very helpful in all aspects of the Estate dealings, probate process, and asset distribution. I would highly recommend Tara and her team for any of your Estate planning and probate needs. She personally gets involved to make sure the process goes smoothly and what more can you ask from an attorney in this line of work. So appreciative of all of their help as it was really the only thing about this situation that was positive.
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03 Jan, 2024 by Susan monteiro
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04 Sep, 2024 by David bernstein
She led me through the process of protecting my assets for my kids.
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04 Sep, 2024 by Michael lamantia
Tara and her office made a really hard situation dealing with the loss of our mom and the subsequent dealings with her boyfriend palatable. Their office was very helpful in all aspects of the Estate dealings, probate process, and asset distribution. I would highly recommend Tara and her team for any of your Estate planning and probate needs. She personally gets involved to make sure the process goes smoothly and what more can you ask from an attorney in this line of work. So appreciative of all of their help as it was really the only thing about this situation that was positive.
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03 Jan, 2024 by Susan monteiro
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04 Sep, 2024 by David bernstein
She led me through the process of protecting my assets for my kids.
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04 Sep, 2024 by Michael lamantia
Tara and her office made a really hard situation dealing with the loss of our mom and the subsequent dealings with her boyfriend palatable. Their office was very helpful in all aspects of the Estate dealings, probate process, and asset distribution. I would highly recommend Tara and her team for any of your Estate planning and probate needs. She personally gets involved to make sure the process goes smoothly and what more can you ask from an attorney in this line of work. So appreciative of all of their help as it was really the only thing about this situation that was positive.
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03 Jan, 2024 by Susan monteiro
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19 Jul, 2021 by Anonymous
Once they have been paid don't expect them to finish. We have been waiting months for the final paperwork.
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23 Apr, 2020 by John b.
Eric came recommended and represented us on a home purchase under unusual circumstances. We had an accepted offer on a home in E Northport, NY back in February 2020. Then the COVID-19 pandemic hit full force. Eric worked with us and the sellers' attorney to get us closed in April with proper 'social distancing' guidelines in place after some delays. The end result was a successful transaction. I'd say that's an ABC situation.
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21 Aug, 2019 by Alex
Eric represented my family when it came time to sell my parents’ longtime home on the north shore of Long Island. He apprised me of all the issues, advised me what the ramifications would be of certain of these issues, e.g. obtaining retroactive certificates of occupancy which we lacked, power of attorney issues, and various other points large and small. But the coup de grace was when, literally the very night before the closing, my elderly father took ill and was hospitalized. Eric came into NYC and went to my father’s hospital room to get power of attorney at our request so the closing could proceed the next day as planned. Thankfully my father’s OK. We would hire Eric again in a second. If you’re involved in a real estate transaction and you don’t hire Eric, you’re crazy! :-)
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15 Apr, 2022 by Anonymous
Very unprofessional, rude, and very hard to get a straight answer from in regards to your case. Inconsistent and does not return phone calls. Very sad what has happened to greed in lawyers who paneled with 18B since covid ( and that is what a colleague has told us about this situation).
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04 Apr, 2017 by Anonymous
Very knowledgeable regarding real estate laws. He was able to handle my matter quickly and was very upfront and honest.
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23 Mar, 2017 by Anonymous
Mr. Kaufman is unreliable and lacks professionalism. I called several times regarding my matter he is handling and he never calls back. I am in search now for another attorney
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23 Jul, 2024 by Anonymous
Aggressive, and unprofessional, does not know Basic law based on his actions as city attorney, I would not recommend him to anybody
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16 May, 2024 by Chris
These corrupt cops are a disgrace to the badge.
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11 Apr, 2022 by Anonymous
MR DOWLING BREECHED THE RULES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT AND WAS ADMONISHED BY THE STATE OF NEW YORK GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE FOR THE TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT FOR THE MANOR IN WHICH HE HANDLED MY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CASE. HE CAUSED ME TO LOSE MY MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CASE DUE TO HIS CARELESSNESS AND NEGLIGENCE. THERE WERE SEVERAL NEGLIGENT ACTIONS ON HIS PART. FAILURE TO PREPARE THE PAPERWORK CORRECTLY AND ACCURITLY AND FAILURE TO SUBMIT DOCUMENTS TO THE COURT ON TIME. THIS CAN BE VERIFIED WITH THE STATE OF NEW YORK GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE FOR THE TENTH JUDICIIAL DISTRICT FILE NO. ; S- 534-14.. I HAVE ALL THE DOCUMENTATION. NO OTHER ATTORNEY WOULD TAKE THE CASE BECAUSE HE SCREWED IT UP SO BAD AND I LOST MILLIONS OF DOLLARS. AVVO :PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU POST THIS REVIEW AND I HAVE ALL THE DOCUMENTATION AND I WILL BE CHECKING EVERY SINGLE DAY. THANK YOU.
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