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26 Jan, 2018 by Mira
Very helpful and patient in translating legal terms into layman terms for our full understanding at both our closings. Would highly recommend her services to anyone and everyone.
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27 Aug, 2017 by Sparta gordon
04 Mar, 2024 by Maureen sandford
Mr. Bollhofer prepared Estate Planning and Powers of Attorney for us and we are very pleased with his experience and knowledge. He was extremely thorough and answered any and all questions we had.
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15 Nov, 2022 by Marie
We used Joseph Bollhofer for my mother's Estate Planning. He was a pleasure to deal with, patient and comprehensive, with the experience and foresight to include aspects of the documents that we had not even considered. Having everything in place before we need it has been a relief and it was a far more pleasant experience than anticipated. The 1st meeting covered everything we wanted, and a draft was in our hands shortly thereafter. There were no edits required and signing was the next week. Knowing we now have a family lawyer who is just a phone call away and right in town lets us move forward knowing that when the sands of time shift, we're not alone in moving forward through unknown geography. Highly recommend!
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13 Dec, 2018 by Edward dobres
My wife and I hired Mr. Bollhofer to set up an irrevocable trust and we are glad that we did because everything went very smoothly and efficiently. Mr. Bollhofer explained everything to our satisfaction and we concluded the work knowing that everything was in order. We would recommend Mr. Bollhofer with hesitation to anyone in need to any legal work.
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11 Mar, 2024 by Edward lupo
I was referred to this law firm for a case I have. I spoke w Sean Ihne. After speaking to the Sr partners Sean advised that my case was not one that the firm specialized in and therefore they could not give me the best representation. I asked Sean if he could recommend another attorney / firm and he told me he would look into it and get back to me by the end of the day. And Sean did take the time to draft and send me the email.
- very professional consultation and Sesn went out of his way to help me. I can see that this is an upstanding firm that is trustworthy. They tell you what they can do and they follow through with you on it. If you call them I expect that you will receive the same degree of solid professionalism.
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06 Sep, 2023 by Peter loring
28 May, 2023 by Jason goldsmith
11 Mar, 2024 by Edward lupo
I was referred to this law firm for a case I have. I spoke w Sean Ihne. After speaking to the Sr partners Sean advised that my case was not one that the firm specialized in and therefore they could not give me the best representation. I asked Sean if he could recommend another attorney / firm and he told me he would look into it and get back to me by the end of the day. And Sean did take the time to draft and send me the email.
- very professional consultation and Sesn went out of his way to help me. I can see that this is an upstanding firm that is trustworthy. They tell you what they can do and they follow through with you on it. If you call them I expect that you will receive the same degree of solid professionalism.
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06 Sep, 2023 by Peter loring
28 May, 2023 by Jason goldsmith
11 Mar, 2024 by Edward lupo
I was referred to this law firm for a case I have. I spoke w Sean Ihne. After speaking to the Sr partners Sean advised that my case was not one that the firm specialized in and therefore they could not give me the best representation. I asked Sean if he could recommend another attorney / firm and he told me he would look into it and get back to me by the end of the day. And Sean did take the time to draft and send me the email.
- very professional consultation and Sesn went out of his way to help me. I can see that this is an upstanding firm that is trustworthy. They tell you what they can do and they follow through with you on it. If you call them I expect that you will receive the same degree of solid professionalism.
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06 Sep, 2023 by Peter loring
28 May, 2023 by Jason goldsmith
02 Jul, 2024 by Anonymous
Siobhan Barry provided exceptional legal assistance during a very challenging time. Siobhan’s prompt action and professional expertise were invaluable.Siobhan clearly explained the complexities of the legal process. It made a significant difference to have someone who could break down intricate details in a way that was easy to understand. This not only alleviated much of my anxiety but also empowered me to make informed decisions. Siobhan always responded in a timely manner to my questions and concerns. Her accessibility and willingness to communicate promptly were crucial, and it was evident that she genuinely cared about my case. This level of dedication and responsiveness is rare, and it did not go unnoticed. Siobhan is professional and compassionate, having left a lasting impression. I would highly recommend Siobhan Barry to anyone seeking assistance with divorce or post-matrimonial cases, as her expertise and dedication truly make a difference.!
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11 Mar, 2024 by Edward lupo
I was referred to this law firm for a case I have. I spoke w Sean Ihne. After speaking to the Sr partners Sean advised that my case was not one that the firm specialized in and therefore they could not give me the best representation. I asked Sean if he could recommend another attorney / firm and he told me he would look into it and get back to me by the end of the day. And Sean did take the time to draft and send me the email.
- very professional consultation and Sesn went out of his way to help me. I can see that this is an upstanding firm that is trustworthy. They tell you what they can do and they follow through with you on it. If you call them I expect that you will receive the same degree of solid professionalism.
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06 Sep, 2023 by Peter loring
11 Mar, 2024 by Edward lupo
I was referred to this law firm for a case I have. I spoke w Sean Ihne. After speaking to the Sr partners Sean advised that my case was not one that the firm specialized in and therefore they could not give me the best representation. I asked Sean if he could recommend another attorney / firm and he told me he would look into it and get back to me by the end of the day. And Sean did take the time to draft and send me the email.
- very professional consultation and Sesn went out of his way to help me. I can see that this is an upstanding firm that is trustworthy. They tell you what they can do and they follow through with you on it. If you call them I expect that you will receive the same degree of solid professionalism.
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06 Sep, 2023 by Peter loring
28 May, 2023 by Jason goldsmith
11 Mar, 2024 by Edward lupo
I was referred to this law firm for a case I have. I spoke w Sean Ihne. After speaking to the Sr partners Sean advised that my case was not one that the firm specialized in and therefore they could not give me the best representation. I asked Sean if he could recommend another attorney / firm and he told me he would look into it and get back to me by the end of the day. And Sean did take the time to draft and send me the email.
- very professional consultation and Sesn went out of his way to help me. I can see that this is an upstanding firm that is trustworthy. They tell you what they can do and they follow through with you on it. If you call them I expect that you will receive the same degree of solid professionalism.
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06 Sep, 2023 by Peter loring
28 May, 2023 by Jason goldsmith
11 Mar, 2024 by Edward lupo
I was referred to this law firm for a case I have. I spoke w Sean Ihne. After speaking to the Sr partners Sean advised that my case was not one that the firm specialized in and therefore they could not give me the best representation. I asked Sean if he could recommend another attorney / firm and he told me he would look into it and get back to me by the end of the day. And Sean did take the time to draft and send me the email.
- very professional consultation and Sesn went out of his way to help me. I can see that this is an upstanding firm that is trustworthy. They tell you what they can do and they follow through with you on it. If you call them I expect that you will receive the same degree of solid professionalism.
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06 Sep, 2023 by Peter loring
28 May, 2023 by Jason goldsmith
15 Jun, 2023 by Jordan
STONE-AGE LAW FIRM
WORD PERFECT INSTEAD OF MICROSOFT WORD. If you want a law firm right out of the stone age then these lawyers are for you! They used an old-fashioned program called WordPerfect on most of my cases. So if you need to write your ex an email and you need to copy and paste from a stipulation or divorce decree, you’ll have to type it in all yourself, word-for-word instead! No copying and pasting for you!
Of course, you can always pay them serious money to copy and paste. (Maybe that’s why they still use the WordPerfect and not Microsoft word?)
ANTIQUATED BILLING. And their billing is antiquated too. So if you have to use them for multiple cases you won’t know which case each charge pertains to. So if you switch lawyers—I had to!—and it comes time for you to recover legal fees in your case… Well… Good luck with their billing!
SCHOOLED BY A JUDGE. And a judge had to school them on how to write up a simple carve-out in my separation agreement!
Too bad because they they are conveniently located and their support staff is really nice. Â
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19 May, 2016 by John
A smart, fair attorney with a great memory - and that's important! She got me through my divorce with as little pain as possible, and I came out feeling that the result was fair. That is all you can ask for in a divorce, because in divorce there is no winner.
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15 Feb, 2015 by Suzanne
Bridget Tartaglia is truly the cream of the crop when it comes to matrimonial attorneys. Being an attorney myself, I've have had many dealings with many different types of lawyers over the past decade, both positive and negative. Knowing Bridget's reputation in the legal community, together with numerous recommendations from other attorneys, I hired Bridget as a lawyer for myself. Because of this, I know from both professional AND personal experience there is absolutely no one more fair, ethical, knowledgeable, qualified, honest, or more highly respected in this field than Bridget.
Bridget is the one attorney who has consistently proven that she choses to be in this field not only to aggressively advocate for her clients, but to do so compassionately, fairly, and honestly. She is a truly genius at what she does, and I could not have more respect for her if I tried.
Getting a separation, divorce, or being involved in a custodial dispute is one of the most stressful things a person could ever go through. Having a pleasant, knowledgeable and strong attorney who you know will confidently advocate for you (without you having to worry that you are being overcharged or "ripped off"), is paramount to your financial -and emotional- well being.
Bridget Tartaglia is an amazing person and a phenomenal attorney who with make you feel comfortable, and be your tough, yet classy and professional, legal advocate throughout the whole process.
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