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Barbara Ann Goglio, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 1 reviews
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04 Sep, 2015 by Michele
I've known Barbara Goglio for over 10 years. She has ALWAYS given me sound advice. She has helped me with a few legal questions I've had over the years. I'm a business owner and often in need of legal advice.
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Andrew John Mundo, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 32 reviews
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06 Sep, 2024 by Fair pal
Mr. Gray is very knowledgeable, detailed oriented, dedicated lawyer. He also have that special Humanitarian approach and high standards in his work practice. His strategic planning is excellent and making him winner.
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25 Jul, 2024 by Kira geiger
I had given up on my case, but John didn't. Would absolutely recommend.
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07 Jun, 2024 by Matthew gelb
Jack Is the best. Upbeat and very kind. I highly recommend Jack to anybody who may be looking for an attorney.
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John E. Gray, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 32 reviews
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06 Sep, 2024 by Fair pal
Mr. Gray is very knowledgeable, detailed oriented, dedicated lawyer. He also have that special Humanitarian approach and high standards in his work practice. His strategic planning is excellent and making him winner.
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25 Jul, 2024 by Kira geiger
I had given up on my case, but John didn't. Would absolutely recommend.
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07 Jun, 2024 by Matthew gelb
Jack Is the best. Upbeat and very kind. I highly recommend Jack to anybody who may be looking for an attorney.
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Edward Thomas Byrne, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 32 reviews
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06 Sep, 2024 by Fair pal
Mr. Gray is very knowledgeable, detailed oriented, dedicated lawyer. He also have that special Humanitarian approach and high standards in his work practice. His strategic planning is excellent and making him winner.
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25 Jul, 2024 by Kira geiger
I had given up on my case, but John didn't. Would absolutely recommend.
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07 Jun, 2024 by Matthew gelb
Jack Is the best. Upbeat and very kind. I highly recommend Jack to anybody who may be looking for an attorney.
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Robert W. Margulies, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 17 reviews
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15 Jan, 2025 by Ebony c
I have worked with Jeremy and his team on multiple occasions, and each experience has been exceptional! They are patient, understanding, and truly hardworking. What stands out the most is their dedication to making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible for their clients. They are always available to assist and go above and beyond to handle matters efficiently and professionally. I highly recommend Jeremy and his team to anyone in need of reliable legal support—you won’t be disappointed!
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07 Nov, 2024 by Cassandra grady
Great Law firm. The only one myself and Best friend will go to! Great people
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29 Oct, 2024 by Steeve souffrant
It was great having Mr. Zack Shiowitz on my side The entire process was exceptional from start to finish. His professionalism, and dedication were display throughout the progression of case . He was very attentive to every detail, communicated effectively, and provided sound legal advice that ultimately led to a successful outcome for my case. I highly recommend Issacson Shiowitz & Korson LLC for your need of legal assistance. Thank you for your distinguished service
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Maria Therese Maloney, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 17 reviews
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15 Jan, 2025 by Ebony c
I have worked with Jeremy and his team on multiple occasions, and each experience has been exceptional! They are patient, understanding, and truly hardworking. What stands out the most is their dedication to making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible for their clients. They are always available to assist and go above and beyond to handle matters efficiently and professionally. I highly recommend Jeremy and his team to anyone in need of reliable legal support—you won’t be disappointed!
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07 Nov, 2024 by Cassandra grady
Great Law firm. The only one myself and Best friend will go to! Great people
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29 Oct, 2024 by Steeve souffrant
It was great having Mr. Zack Shiowitz on my side The entire process was exceptional from start to finish. His professionalism, and dedication were display throughout the progression of case . He was very attentive to every detail, communicated effectively, and provided sound legal advice that ultimately led to a successful outcome for my case. I highly recommend Issacson Shiowitz & Korson LLC for your need of legal assistance. Thank you for your distinguished service
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Terrance J. Nolan, experienced Lawsuit / Dispute, Mediation attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 5 reviews
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24 Jul, 2023 by Fernanda jones
Hello I am happy to have this team of lawyers and their assistant on my side to settle my case with w/c, all worked out for me it took a little while but it was worth the wait I was always informed of how everything was going. I am very grateful to them all
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17 May, 2022 by Steve goldenberg
I must say having a real reputable law firm especially Shulman and Hill as representation for my workmans compensation case was most definitely the best and right law firm to chose. Nelly, Angela the staff at Shulman and Hill are very professional, dedicated. Very sincere concerning. They each walked me thru step by step on what the process will be in detailed. There ongoing efforts that they brought to the tables was definitely way beyond of there call of duties. They fought tooth and nail to get the results they and myself were looking for. The countless hours, The days and nights they endured and the non stop dedication to get the case done was purely magical. Outstanding. There are actually no words to say and describe Nelly and Angela and the staff at Shulman and Hill. Wow im so happy that I have selected and chosed the law firm. I am satisfied with there service. I'm very grateful for them, in the time I needed and they came through with flying colors. The grand slam home run they definitely hit out of the ball park. Nelly And Angela I cannot thank you enough. Wow I am actually lost for words. I cannot express my gratitude towards them. The compassion That got the job done to my and their satisfaction.Definitely the rightchoice I made. And will definitely recommend Shulman and Hill God bless you all With regards Steve G
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23 Jun, 2021 by Spongebob squarepants
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William Anthony Seward, experienced Business, Government attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 5 reviews
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24 Jul, 2023 by Fernanda jones
Hello I am happy to have this team of lawyers and their assistant on my side to settle my case with w/c, all worked out for me it took a little while but it was worth the wait I was always informed of how everything was going. I am very grateful to them all
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17 May, 2022 by Steve goldenberg
I must say having a real reputable law firm especially Shulman and Hill as representation for my workmans compensation case was most definitely the best and right law firm to chose. Nelly, Angela the staff at Shulman and Hill are very professional, dedicated. Very sincere concerning. They each walked me thru step by step on what the process will be in detailed. There ongoing efforts that they brought to the tables was definitely way beyond of there call of duties. They fought tooth and nail to get the results they and myself were looking for. The countless hours, The days and nights they endured and the non stop dedication to get the case done was purely magical. Outstanding. There are actually no words to say and describe Nelly and Angela and the staff at Shulman and Hill. Wow im so happy that I have selected and chosed the law firm. I am satisfied with there service. I'm very grateful for them, in the time I needed and they came through with flying colors. The grand slam home run they definitely hit out of the ball park. Nelly And Angela I cannot thank you enough. Wow I am actually lost for words. I cannot express my gratitude towards them. The compassion That got the job done to my and their satisfaction.Definitely the rightchoice I made. And will definitely recommend Shulman and Hill God bless you all With regards Steve G
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23 Jun, 2021 by Spongebob squarepants
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Philip Jay Dinhofer, experienced Civil Rights, Discrimination attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 2 reviews
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26 Oct, 2020 by Philip dinhofer
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28 May, 2015 by Matt murphy
great very helpful we loved him good reward john murphy
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Marilyn Kulek Litt, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 1 reviews
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Emily Gan, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 1 reviews
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Marguerite D. Peck, experienced Business attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 1 reviews
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22 Jul, 2023 by Fish yu
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Tara Dawn Mcdevitt, experienced Litigation, Real Estate attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 1 reviews
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Marcia Emile-Thompson, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 1 reviews
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Lindsay Kaye Moran, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 1 reviews
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Ernest Joseph Peck, experienced Business, Consumer Protection attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 1 reviews
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Laura Marie Staunton, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 1 reviews
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22 Jul, 2023 by Fish yu
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Anastasiya Lipatov, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 1 reviews
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Daniel Everett Hannon, experienced Business, Insurance attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 1 reviews
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Sharon Aspis, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 1 reviews
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Randall Alan Sorscher, experienced Personal Injury attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 1 reviews
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Charles Wertman, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 41 reviews
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I had some general questions and met with Danielle Becker, Esq. for a consultation. She told me that I didn’t need an expensive plan. If that doesn’t tell you that she’s reputable and honest I don’t know what does.
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Jeffrey Steven Feinerman, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 40 reviews
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Chavala Naomi Rose-Anna Kobluk, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 40 reviews
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Francis J. Murray, experienced Appeals, Consumer Protection attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 40 reviews
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Jack David Mlawski, experienced Immigration attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 40 reviews
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Richard Paul Byrne, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 40 reviews
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Eric Andrew Abramson, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 40 reviews
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Frederick N. Gaffney, experienced Insurance, Litigation attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 40 reviews
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Meghan Ann Veitch, experienced  attorney in Rockville Centre, NY with 40 reviews
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      For routine legal services like drafting a will or handling an uncontested divorce, lawyers might offer a flat fee.
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