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24 Jun, 2024 by Alfred kaiser
Beware Sharon in collusion with my wife’s attorney miss represented real estate holdings and my rights under the law. My ex is by far the charming of us two. Due to chronic migraines I’m not that sharp but I taped our conversations. I vetted transcripts of her statements with an attorney who agreed to the above but said she pays her dues the bar will do nothing. And so it goes I’m handicapped and can no longer work and my wife got 250k more than the provides.
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28 May, 2024 by Barbara gonzalez
After two separate recommendations for this particular firm, I decided to pursue potential representation. I called three separate times over the course of three weeks (Left a message with someone in the office and left two on the answering machine). I have never received a response. Baffled.
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26 Mar, 2024 by E ewing
Maura and her staff were very professional and fair. Her advice and work resulted in a much less stressful process and a more satisfactory outcome for everyone involved. The fees were also very reasonable.
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20 Mar, 2024 by Jon
I was not expecting much from an initial consultation but Heather was more than exceptional. Her attentiveness and advice on my situation was greatly appreciated given it was the first time we spoke. It would be all to easy to sign me up as a client and take my money but she didn't. That speaks to her charecter greatly. Heather, if I need your help I will be back! Thank you.
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06 Mar, 2024 by Michelle plain
My Aunt referred Heather to me as she was represented by her in the past and after talking to Heather I felt confident and comfortable in retaining her representation in my divorce. She and her staff answered all my questions, were available and were always professional. Thank you to Heather and her team for providing me with great representation!
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04 Mar, 2024 by Sabast reynoso (gatillo42_capotillo)
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20 Mar, 2024 by Jon
I was not expecting much from an initial consultation but Heather was more than exceptional. Her attentiveness and advice on my situation was greatly appreciated given it was the first time we spoke. It would be all to easy to sign me up as a client and take my money but she didn't. That speaks to her charecter greatly. Heather, if I need your help I will be back! Thank you.
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06 Mar, 2024 by Michelle plain
My Aunt referred Heather to me as she was represented by her in the past and after talking to Heather I felt confident and comfortable in retaining her representation in my divorce. She and her staff answered all my questions, were available and were always professional. Thank you to Heather and her team for providing me with great representation!
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04 Nov, 2023 by Akif afsar
His office and team very professional they are the best in Landlord tenant issues
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12 Oct, 2023 by Erin fae morrigan
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Vincent J. Catalano, experienced  attorney in Poughkeepsie, NY with 31 reviews
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04 Nov, 2023 by Akif afsar
His office and team very professional they are the best in Landlord tenant issues
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12 Oct, 2023 by Erin fae morrigan
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16 Jun, 2021 by Amy bombardieri
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18 May, 2021 by Andrea bader
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18 Apr, 2021 by Robert awad
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29 Oct, 2024 by Rita mora
Excelente cervicio y muy honesto,OSA te dice si puede haber un caso o que se puede hacer es muy honesto y realmente te habla con la verdad lo recomiendo a quien busque un buen abogado de emigración o abogado criminal es muy bueno,a mi me ayudó mucho y me dio opciones de pagos LO RECOMIENDO
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29 Jan, 2024 by Patrick burke
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13 Sep, 2023 by Rohan
Being part of a team of winners is a good experience second to none. They always have your best interest at heart.
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29 Oct, 2024 by Rita mora
Excelente cervicio y muy honesto,OSA te dice si puede haber un caso o que se puede hacer es muy honesto y realmente te habla con la verdad lo recomiendo a quien busque un buen abogado de emigración o abogado criminal es muy bueno,a mi me ayudó mucho y me dio opciones de pagos LO RECOMIENDO
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29 Jan, 2024 by Patrick burke
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13 Sep, 2023 by Rohan
Being part of a team of winners is a good experience second to none. They always have your best interest at heart.
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21 Dec, 2023 by J flores
Lisa is exceptional, exceeding expectations addressing my legal needs while guiding me through the complexities of divorce. I am profoundly grateful for her outstanding representation and wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone in search of an amazing, dedicated and second to no one knowledgeable divorce attorney.
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04 Nov, 2023 by Sheila lewis-merced
Lisa is wonderful. She’s patience with all her clients. Most of all, she’s a excellent listener and will explain your options to you from beginning to end.
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02 Sep, 2023 by Cindy jurkowski
This attorney does not disappoint! Just sold the home she helped me to purchase 14 years ago. Buying or selling can be so difficult. Lisa Hartley gave me clear, concise direction to get me to the closing and took over as I had to move to Florida prior to closing. And, came up with more money on my sale than anticipated. I highly recommend!
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30 Dec, 2023 by Nate bodon
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04 Nov, 2023 by Akif afsar
His office and team very professional they are the best in Landlord tenant issues
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12 Oct, 2023 by Erin fae morrigan
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30 Dec, 2023 by Nate bodon
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12 Oct, 2023 by Erin fae morrigan
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11 May, 2023 by Joseph davis
Easy to work with. Explains details of project. Felt very comfortable with experience.
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23 Jan, 2023 by William vassell
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30 Jun, 2022 by Jon e
Used for a real estate lawyer from the bank. Very pleasurable experience!
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11 May, 2023 by Joseph davis
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23 Jan, 2023 by William vassell
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30 Jun, 2022 by Jon e
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11 May, 2023 by Joseph davis
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23 Jan, 2023 by William vassell
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30 Jun, 2022 by Jon e
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11 May, 2023 by Joseph davis
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23 Jan, 2023 by William vassell
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30 Jun, 2022 by Jon e
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11 May, 2023 by Joseph davis
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23 Jan, 2023 by William vassell
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30 Jun, 2022 by Jon e
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11 May, 2023 by Joseph davis
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30 Jun, 2022 by Jon e
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11 May, 2023 by Joseph davis
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Michael J. Kistner, experienced  attorney in Poughkeepsie, NY with 31 reviews
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04 Nov, 2023 by Akif afsar
His office and team very professional they are the best in Landlord tenant issues
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12 Oct, 2023 by Erin fae morrigan
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24 Jun, 2024 by Alfred kaiser
Beware Sharon in collusion with my wife’s attorney miss represented real estate holdings and my rights under the law. My ex is by far the charming of us two. Due to chronic migraines I’m not that sharp but I taped our conversations. I vetted transcripts of her statements with an attorney who agreed to the above but said she pays her dues the bar will do nothing. And so it goes I’m handicapped and can no longer work and my wife got 250k more than the provides.
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28 May, 2024 by Barbara gonzalez
After two separate recommendations for this particular firm, I decided to pursue potential representation. I called three separate times over the course of three weeks (Left a message with someone in the office and left two on the answering machine). I have never received a response. Baffled.
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26 Mar, 2024 by E ewing
Maura and her staff were very professional and fair. Her advice and work resulted in a much less stressful process and a more satisfactory outcome for everyone involved. The fees were also very reasonable.
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20 Mar, 2024 by Jon
I was not expecting much from an initial consultation but Heather was more than exceptional. Her attentiveness and advice on my situation was greatly appreciated given it was the first time we spoke. It would be all to easy to sign me up as a client and take my money but she didn't. That speaks to her charecter greatly. Heather, if I need your help I will be back! Thank you.
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06 Mar, 2024 by Michelle plain
My Aunt referred Heather to me as she was represented by her in the past and after talking to Heather I felt confident and comfortable in retaining her representation in my divorce. She and her staff answered all my questions, were available and were always professional. Thank you to Heather and her team for providing me with great representation!
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04 Mar, 2024 by Sabast reynoso (gatillo42_capotillo)
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20 Mar, 2024 by Jon
I was not expecting much from an initial consultation but Heather was more than exceptional. Her attentiveness and advice on my situation was greatly appreciated given it was the first time we spoke. It would be all to easy to sign me up as a client and take my money but she didn't. That speaks to her charecter greatly. Heather, if I need your help I will be back! Thank you.
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06 Mar, 2024 by Michelle plain
My Aunt referred Heather to me as she was represented by her in the past and after talking to Heather I felt confident and comfortable in retaining her representation in my divorce. She and her staff answered all my questions, were available and were always professional. Thank you to Heather and her team for providing me with great representation!
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04 Mar, 2024 by Sabast reynoso (gatillo42_capotillo)
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20 Mar, 2024 by Jon
I was not expecting much from an initial consultation but Heather was more than exceptional. Her attentiveness and advice on my situation was greatly appreciated given it was the first time we spoke. It would be all to easy to sign me up as a client and take my money but she didn't. That speaks to her charecter greatly. Heather, if I need your help I will be back! Thank you.
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06 Mar, 2024 by Michelle plain
My Aunt referred Heather to me as she was represented by her in the past and after talking to Heather I felt confident and comfortable in retaining her representation in my divorce. She and her staff answered all my questions, were available and were always professional. Thank you to Heather and her team for providing me with great representation!
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04 Mar, 2024 by Sabast reynoso (gatillo42_capotillo)
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20 Mar, 2024 by Jon
I was not expecting much from an initial consultation but Heather was more than exceptional. Her attentiveness and advice on my situation was greatly appreciated given it was the first time we spoke. It would be all to easy to sign me up as a client and take my money but she didn't. That speaks to her charecter greatly. Heather, if I need your help I will be back! Thank you.
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06 Mar, 2024 by Michelle plain
My Aunt referred Heather to me as she was represented by her in the past and after talking to Heather I felt confident and comfortable in retaining her representation in my divorce. She and her staff answered all my questions, were available and were always professional. Thank you to Heather and her team for providing me with great representation!
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04 Mar, 2024 by Sabast reynoso (gatillo42_capotillo)
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20 Mar, 2024 by Jon
I was not expecting much from an initial consultation but Heather was more than exceptional. Her attentiveness and advice on my situation was greatly appreciated given it was the first time we spoke. It would be all to easy to sign me up as a client and take my money but she didn't. That speaks to her charecter greatly. Heather, if I need your help I will be back! Thank you.
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06 Mar, 2024 by Michelle plain
My Aunt referred Heather to me as she was represented by her in the past and after talking to Heather I felt confident and comfortable in retaining her representation in my divorce. She and her staff answered all my questions, were available and were always professional. Thank you to Heather and her team for providing me with great representation!
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04 Mar, 2024 by Sabast reynoso (gatillo42_capotillo)
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20 Mar, 2024 by Jon
I was not expecting much from an initial consultation but Heather was more than exceptional. Her attentiveness and advice on my situation was greatly appreciated given it was the first time we spoke. It would be all to easy to sign me up as a client and take my money but she didn't. That speaks to her charecter greatly. Heather, if I need your help I will be back! Thank you.
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06 Mar, 2024 by Michelle plain
My Aunt referred Heather to me as she was represented by her in the past and after talking to Heather I felt confident and comfortable in retaining her representation in my divorce. She and her staff answered all my questions, were available and were always professional. Thank you to Heather and her team for providing me with great representation!
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24 Apr, 2024 by Karen
I hired Ronald Tomlins to file a petition to the court for my ex not securing the correct life insurance policy and to be reimbursed for my legal fees by my ex. During our initial phone consultation, he said the email communications with my ex would be submitted with the petition as evidence. When he eventually submitted the petition he did not include the evidence and said we had to wait until after the court appearance when my ex was found to be in contempt of court. When my ex was found to be in contempt of court Ronald said we had to wait to submit evidence after my ex secured the correct life insurance policy. During the next court appearance reimbursement for my legal fees was brought up and a hearing ensued on the spot. The evidence was not submitted to the court and I was not awarded reimbursement. I filed an objection to the findings and the judge who reviewed the case said that no evidence of my emails were submitted to the court so he couldn't reverse the finding of the court. So Ronald Tomlins misled me into believing he would share the numerous emails that were evidence my ex willfully did not obtain the correct life insurance policy.
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15 Jun, 2022 by Anonymous
Watch out for this guy’s billing practices. The retainer agreement that he had me sign says he bills in 6-minute increments, but he doesn’t honor that. He inflated the time he worked on my case and up-charged every interaction to 15 minutes. He charged me 15 minutes for every single email that I sent and every single response that he sent back, even if the emails contained one sentence. When I asked him to reconsider and charge me for the actual time he spent on my case, he flatly refused. When I asked him why he charged in 15 minute increments instead of 6 he said it was “standard practice”. I checked with other lawyers who said he should be honoring his retainer agreement. They also said most of the emails that he charged me for would never even show up on their invoices. These billing practices are misleading and dishonest. BEWARE!! And don’t send emails unless you absolutely have to.
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19 Oct, 2020 by Anonymous
Mr. Tomlins is very familiar with the process, very professional and very caring. A skilled attorney with a good heart. I am very appreciative of his service.
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02 Jul, 2023 by Raddigan bros noise experience
It’s been great working with my real estate lawyer Megan Mossey, and her paralegal Colleen while going through the process of buying a home. They outlined, and assisted me every step of the way alleviating a lot of stress.
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10 Jun, 2021 by Max wolf
I'll remove this if there's anything done to resolve this but they lied to us and gave "good faith" assurances that are leading to thousands of dollars of repairs and being without water for days with a baby. Do not trust them when they "assure" you of anything. Not trustworthy.
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28 Jan, 2021 by Barbara toledo-buglione
Best Real Estate Law Firm, staff is Fantastic especially Lisa
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02 Jul, 2023 by Raddigan bros noise experience
It’s been great working with my real estate lawyer Megan Mossey, and her paralegal Colleen while going through the process of buying a home. They outlined, and assisted me every step of the way alleviating a lot of stress.
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10 Jun, 2021 by Max wolf
I'll remove this if there's anything done to resolve this but they lied to us and gave "good faith" assurances that are leading to thousands of dollars of repairs and being without water for days with a baby. Do not trust them when they "assure" you of anything. Not trustworthy.
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28 Jan, 2021 by Barbara toledo-buglione
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