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24 Apr, 2018 by Ed
Kathy worked with us for months on a challenging and difficult case, to get approval to demolish our Scarsdale home. It had been designated as historically significant by the Committee for Historic Preservation, and as a consequence we were unable to sell it at any price for over 2 years. Her strategy was unique, brilliant, and perfectly executed . We succeeded in getting approval to demolish the house through her efforts, where another lawyer had not. Her fees were as expected, and were always fair. We were totally satisfied with her and her support staff. They were highly professional, always available and responsive, and a delight to work with. I recommend highly, without reservation.
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15 Dec, 2024 by Eve
This was a very positive experience. The Shelton Law firm was quick and responsive to all phone calls and emails. Very successful outcome!
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08 Jul, 2024 by Brad harrington
Maria Chiodi helped us through a long and drawn out refinancing ordeal. My wife and I are grateful for this stroke of luck to have had her on our side. A previous lender never filed a satisfaction of mortgage from a previous loan and Maria made numerous phone calls on our behalf and sat through long durations of being on hold. When the loan company failed to produce the documents on time (several months into the refinance process), Maria found a work around that allowed us to move forward with the refinance and avoid losing the interest rate. At the closing, she informed us that we need to continue to obtain the satisfaction of mortgage so it doesn't hold up future loans. Anyhow, months later now as my wife and I started thinking about how we'll go about the process, to our amazement, the document showed up in the mail. I e-mailed the news to Maria and come to find out, she had continued to contact the lender after the closing and we have her to thank for taking on the work for us. Her knowledge, experience and professionalism was much appreciated and I happily rate her and Mitchell Pollack and Associates 5 stars.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Toni ortiz
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08 May, 2022 by Anonymous
A pleasure to work with this amazing professional attorney in Real Estate. I highly recommend her for your Real Estate needs. I am very happy to have her in our community.
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02 Feb, 2022 by Jennifer
We have worked with sally to help us with our purchase. She was very thorough and did an amazing job. We needed guidance through the process and she was able to explain everything in simple terms. She was able to help us take the best course of action. She’s a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend!
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23 Jul, 2020 by Smily sanchez
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18 Sep, 2023 by Gerard quinn
For the things they offer, they are very professional and equally helpful.
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28 Oct, 2021 by Robert katz
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27 Jul, 2021 by Janet
Professional, courteous and always available. They have years of experience and can be trusted to give good advice.
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06 Jan, 2021 by Anonymous
I’ve dealt with another legal entity before I met and hired Shari’s services, and the speed by which she was able to deliver me peace of mind, and resolved my case was truly astonishing!! I quickly acknowledged her expertise, attention to details, and her need to address my (her clients’) needs and knew I could trust her judgement and delicate care with my case! She helped me during one of my lowest and darkest times, and I could not thank her enough or recommend her enough. Truly!! -SM
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02 Jan, 2021 by Yumi
Shari was nothing short of extraordinary. She treated my case with compassion and genuinely wanted to help me with my divorce. She was eager to listen and showed a true interest while always responding in an extremely timely manner. I found her to be very knowledgeable and trustworthy. I cant say enough good things - honest, reliable, professional, and gets the job done in the very best way.
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10 Jul, 2018 by Shlomo
July 2, 2018 To The Esteemed Shari Rackman, I take “pen” in hand, and take this opportunity to express to you my appreciation and thanks, as well as that of my community’s and friends in your representing me. Your innovativeness, caring, devotion and clarity in law are exemplary. The approach you took, with an open mind as well as sharp and decisively conveying what was needed, was a breath of fresh air. i wish you the best in all your endeavors, in the legal arena and beyond. Sincerely,
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13 Feb, 2024 by Jarvis h
I've been with this firm for 2years fighting ssi.i have all medical records.to prove I'm disabled.the firm still couldn't get the job done.with this experience I've became more stressed out no help from this firm at all.they only help there own people if your not a veteran or something dealing with the law.there going to handle your case careless.i haven't heard from this firm.sense last year july.phone reconds don't lie.if you are a young black African-American they will drag there foot with your case.check the reviews.
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13 Feb, 2024 by Kenneth galvin
In my search for a Social Security Disability Lawyer, I received a recommendation from a retired friend who was a Disability Attorney to contact The Hermann Law Group. I did so and was pleasantly surprised at how quickly and professionally they submitted my claim. We received a positive response from Social Security in considerably less time than I was led to believe by other attorneys in passing conversations. The Hermann Law Group's extensive experience in Social Security Disability Law, professionalism, and courtesy were far more than I had ever expected. I cannot recommend them highly enough!
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12 Dec, 2023 by Ganimete mustafa
I highly recommend Hermann’s group disability attorney. They are the best working group and helped me to obtain my disability on my first application. I appreciate all workers as they are very professional especially Elena Rojas. Thank you all so much.
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15 Mar, 2012 by Frank
Very professional with no hype or over promise, end result was a positive outcome. The staff was very helpful and courteous. The result was a settlement on the first attempt with the SS administration. Hard to find a lawyer with his expertise and efficiency. Thanks Lew
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21 Dec, 2011 by Anonymous
During such a difficult time, this law firm took my case and got it done for me. I completely trusted them and they came through with flying colors. I would highly recommend them.
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25 Aug, 2011 by Anonymous
Insler & Herman provided professional, efficient, ethical and caring service. Their guidance and explanation of this somewhat complicated and confusing process gave me peace of mind. His staff was timely and responsive to my inquiries and always on top of matters.
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25 Sep, 2015 by Nick
Our family hired Betsy to review my mother's existing will and estate documents. Betsy did a terrific job of adding the necessary paperwork that we were missing without recommending a bunch of extra stuff we didn't need. I found her to be thorough and patient as well as cost effective. I would have no problem recommending her.
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24 Sep, 2015 by Patti
Miss Klampert with my attorney on the Social Security case not only was she very professional and she was very kind very sympathetic have empathy for everything that I was going through. She's bright intelligent and she gets the job done. Not to mention an all-around awesome person. I couldn't be happier for the job she did. And you will not be sorry either if you hire her. She is absolutely wonderful and an angel!
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26 Dec, 2009 by Anonymous
Mr. Eber helped me with several transactions and issues over the course of two years.
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25 Mar, 2020 by Anonymous
Very knowledgeable, experienced, bright and great advocate. Was helpful in securing a solution to my legal problem. Much appreciated!
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18 Sep, 2023 by Gerard quinn
For the things they offer, they are very professional and equally helpful.
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28 Oct, 2021 by Robert katz
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27 Jul, 2021 by Janet
Professional, courteous and always available. They have years of experience and can be trusted to give good advice.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Jeff adams
This is the law firm that other law firms call for advise, counsel and guidance. Doolan Platt Setareh is a preeminent law firm representing victims and their families in Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect cases. I highly endorse them.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Stacey malegiannakis
I worked for Sean Doolan for 10+ years. He and his staff are highly knowledgeable and extremely skillful. I have always respected his knowledge, understanding, sensitivity and dedication to his clients
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08 Jul, 2024 by Frank bell
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08 Jul, 2024 by Nic r
Natasha was very helpful, efficient and professional. She worked quickly and was always available for questions. She was very accommodating in her scheduling. I would 100% work with her again and highly recommend her.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Ok
I cannot express how grateful I am to have found Natasha Meruelo. She is incredibly professional, courteous, patient, knowledgeable and truly a pleasure to work with. I was intimidated about the entire legal process and she helped put me completely at ease. She was always available to me, weekends too. I cannot recommend her highly enough. If you're looking for knowledgeable, professional counsel, you have found it.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Merlyne labonte
She was totally understanding and patient with my payment.
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12 Dec, 2014 by Jane
As a first time home buyer, I was unaware of a lot of the legal aspects of purchasing a home. Ms.Hernandez was extremely helpful in answering and explaining all of the questions that I had in great detail. I had an excellent experience with her and would absolutely recommend her services.
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10 Dec, 2014 by Gloria
I have worked with Nereida on both personal and professional cases. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of an attorney. Nereida is extremely knowledgeable in the field of real estate law and knows how to deal with complex issues which can arise in any real estate transaction. I have no doubts you will be exceptionally pleased with her service.
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04 Dec, 2014 by Kiry
Nereida Hernandez, was a pleasure to work with. Our process was long since we went through two different process. She guided us every step of the way. She always kept me informed; answered all my questions and concerns in a timely manner. Nereida is professional, knowledgeable and friendly. I would recommend her to any one. Thank you Nereida it was a pleasure to work with you. :)
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01 May, 2017 by Anonymous
Paul has been my family attorney for several year and has dealt with a variety of issues both simple and complex during that time. He is responsive, his follow up is exceptional and he is an expert at navigating the legal process in the civil courts. His fees are reasonable, his billing practices are fair and timely. Additionally, while Paul is a generalist he has the ability to quickly get up to speed on areas of the law which he may not have a lot of previous experience with. A could not recommend a general practitioner more highly.
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10 Jun, 2010 by Anonymous
Paul Stone was extremely helpful with our several family court proceedings. He made a difficult situation for us more bearable because he would reassure us through the entire experience. He was very competent and knowledgeable. Because of his background in finance, he was also very competent in support proceedings. We would highly recommend Paul Stone to anyone who needs an attorney.
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04 Feb, 2017 by Anonymous
I had very complicated immigration case. I got consultation from 3 attorneys, including Ancy. It is worth mentioning, other 2 attorneys are considered to be among best attorneys in my state of residence (Utah). However, only Ancy was able to find a way to resolve my situation, which prevented me from getting into trouble. She also predicted future complications which I was able to avoid thanks to her valuable insights. I highly recommend Ancy as an immigration attorney
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17 Jul, 2009 by Anonymous
Robert Seminara is a highly professional, efficient, thorough and knowledgeable lawyer. I've used him in the past for my father's will and durable power of attorney. My husband and I are currently using him for doing our own wills. Robert is a very thorough person who performs his work in a very timely manner and at reasonable price.
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02 Jun, 2012 by Michele
I was represented by wonderful, caring law firm. One of the most upstanding and honest group of people. I usually do not comment on much of anything, I feel so honor to say I am so grateful and thankful for them, not to mention lucky. I could not have won without their persistence and determination to do what was necessary to achieve and their tenacity and firmness of purpose. Yes, their was times when I felt overwheled and doubtful but they never relinguish, and their stay devoted. I could not have ask for anyone better
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07 Apr, 2011 by Susan
I was referred to Michael Weinstein from a former client...he always made himself available, was diligent, and obtained excellent results!
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08 Jul, 2024 by Brad harrington
Maria Chiodi helped us through a long and drawn out refinancing ordeal. My wife and I are grateful for this stroke of luck to have had her on our side. A previous lender never filed a satisfaction of mortgage from a previous loan and Maria made numerous phone calls on our behalf and sat through long durations of being on hold. When the loan company failed to produce the documents on time (several months into the refinance process), Maria found a work around that allowed us to move forward with the refinance and avoid losing the interest rate. At the closing, she informed us that we need to continue to obtain the satisfaction of mortgage so it doesn't hold up future loans. Anyhow, months later now as my wife and I started thinking about how we'll go about the process, to our amazement, the document showed up in the mail. I e-mailed the news to Maria and come to find out, she had continued to contact the lender after the closing and we have her to thank for taking on the work for us. Her knowledge, experience and professionalism was much appreciated and I happily rate her and Mitchell Pollack and Associates 5 stars.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Brad harrington
Maria Chiodi helped us through a long and drawn out refinancing ordeal. My wife and I are grateful for this stroke of luck to have had her on our side. A previous lender never filed a satisfaction of mortgage from a previous loan and Maria made numerous phone calls on our behalf and sat through long durations of being on hold. When the loan company failed to produce the documents on time (several months into the refinance process), Maria found a work around that allowed us to move forward with the refinance and avoid losing the interest rate. At the closing, she informed us that we need to continue to obtain the satisfaction of mortgage so it doesn't hold up future loans. Anyhow, months later now as my wife and I started thinking about how we'll go about the process, to our amazement, the document showed up in the mail. I e-mailed the news to Maria and come to find out, she had continued to contact the lender after the closing and we have her to thank for taking on the work for us. Her knowledge, experience and professionalism was much appreciated and I happily rate her and Mitchell Pollack and Associates 5 stars.
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26 Jan, 2020 by Alex alcantara
Candice and Martin are just unbelievable!!! They make you feel like family! And work with you on everything!!! Love them both!!! Highly recommend them!!!
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13 Oct, 2016 by Brian cullinane
I RECENTLY TURNED 59 YEARS OLD,I HAVE KNOWN MARTY SINCE I WAS ABOUT 12 YEARS OLD.HE WAS MY FATHERS BUSINESS ATTORNEY ,PERSONAL FRIEND,AND OUR FAMILIES ATTORNEY FOR THE MAJORITY OF MY LIFE.. HE IS ONE OF THE BEST PEOPLE I KNOW,HAS HELPED ME MORE THAN I CAN EXPRESS AND A FANTASTIC LAWYER.
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26 Jan, 2020 by Alex alcantara
Candice and Martin are just unbelievable!!! They make you feel like family! And work with you on everything!!! Love them both!!! Highly recommend them!!!
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13 Oct, 2016 by Brian cullinane
I RECENTLY TURNED 59 YEARS OLD,I HAVE KNOWN MARTY SINCE I WAS ABOUT 12 YEARS OLD.HE WAS MY FATHERS BUSINESS ATTORNEY ,PERSONAL FRIEND,AND OUR FAMILIES ATTORNEY FOR THE MAJORITY OF MY LIFE.. HE IS ONE OF THE BEST PEOPLE I KNOW,HAS HELPED ME MORE THAN I CAN EXPRESS AND A FANTASTIC LAWYER.
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26 Jan, 2020 by Alex alcantara
Candice and Martin are just unbelievable!!! They make you feel like family! And work with you on everything!!! Love them both!!! Highly recommend them!!!
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13 Oct, 2016 by Brian cullinane
I RECENTLY TURNED 59 YEARS OLD,I HAVE KNOWN MARTY SINCE I WAS ABOUT 12 YEARS OLD.HE WAS MY FATHERS BUSINESS ATTORNEY ,PERSONAL FRIEND,AND OUR FAMILIES ATTORNEY FOR THE MAJORITY OF MY LIFE.. HE IS ONE OF THE BEST PEOPLE I KNOW,HAS HELPED ME MORE THAN I CAN EXPRESS AND A FANTASTIC LAWYER.
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Candice and Martin are just unbelievable!!! They make you feel like family! And work with you on everything!!! Love them both!!! Highly recommend them!!!
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13 Oct, 2016 by Brian cullinane
I RECENTLY TURNED 59 YEARS OLD,I HAVE KNOWN MARTY SINCE I WAS ABOUT 12 YEARS OLD.HE WAS MY FATHERS BUSINESS ATTORNEY ,PERSONAL FRIEND,AND OUR FAMILIES ATTORNEY FOR THE MAJORITY OF MY LIFE.. HE IS ONE OF THE BEST PEOPLE I KNOW,HAS HELPED ME MORE THAN I CAN EXPRESS AND A FANTASTIC LAWYER.
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Candice and Martin are just unbelievable!!! They make you feel like family! And work with you on everything!!! Love them both!!! Highly recommend them!!!
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13 Oct, 2016 by Brian cullinane
I RECENTLY TURNED 59 YEARS OLD,I HAVE KNOWN MARTY SINCE I WAS ABOUT 12 YEARS OLD.HE WAS MY FATHERS BUSINESS ATTORNEY ,PERSONAL FRIEND,AND OUR FAMILIES ATTORNEY FOR THE MAJORITY OF MY LIFE.. HE IS ONE OF THE BEST PEOPLE I KNOW,HAS HELPED ME MORE THAN I CAN EXPRESS AND A FANTASTIC LAWYER.
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Candice and Martin are just unbelievable!!! They make you feel like family! And work with you on everything!!! Love them both!!! Highly recommend them!!!
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13 Oct, 2016 by Brian cullinane
I RECENTLY TURNED 59 YEARS OLD,I HAVE KNOWN MARTY SINCE I WAS ABOUT 12 YEARS OLD.HE WAS MY FATHERS BUSINESS ATTORNEY ,PERSONAL FRIEND,AND OUR FAMILIES ATTORNEY FOR THE MAJORITY OF MY LIFE.. HE IS ONE OF THE BEST PEOPLE I KNOW,HAS HELPED ME MORE THAN I CAN EXPRESS AND A FANTASTIC LAWYER.
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Candice and Martin are just unbelievable!!! They make you feel like family! And work with you on everything!!! Love them both!!! Highly recommend them!!!
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13 Oct, 2016 by Brian cullinane
I RECENTLY TURNED 59 YEARS OLD,I HAVE KNOWN MARTY SINCE I WAS ABOUT 12 YEARS OLD.HE WAS MY FATHERS BUSINESS ATTORNEY ,PERSONAL FRIEND,AND OUR FAMILIES ATTORNEY FOR THE MAJORITY OF MY LIFE.. HE IS ONE OF THE BEST PEOPLE I KNOW,HAS HELPED ME MORE THAN I CAN EXPRESS AND A FANTASTIC LAWYER.
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Candice and Martin are just unbelievable!!! They make you feel like family! And work with you on everything!!! Love them both!!! Highly recommend them!!!
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13 Oct, 2016 by Brian cullinane
I RECENTLY TURNED 59 YEARS OLD,I HAVE KNOWN MARTY SINCE I WAS ABOUT 12 YEARS OLD.HE WAS MY FATHERS BUSINESS ATTORNEY ,PERSONAL FRIEND,AND OUR FAMILIES ATTORNEY FOR THE MAJORITY OF MY LIFE.. HE IS ONE OF THE BEST PEOPLE I KNOW,HAS HELPED ME MORE THAN I CAN EXPRESS AND A FANTASTIC LAWYER.
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When meeting with a lawyer for the first time, it's important to ask the right questions to understand their expertise and determine if they're the right fit for your legal needs. Here are some top questions to consider:

  1. What experience do you have with cases similar to mine?
    Ensure the lawyer has relevant experience in the specific area of law pertaining to your case.
  2. How do you charge for your services, and what are the estimated costs?
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  10. Are there alternative ways to solve my legal problem?
    Discuss options like mediation, arbitration, or settlement to resolve the issue efficiently.

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  2. Experience and Specialization:
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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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      Common in personal injury cases; the lawyer receives a percentage (typically 25% to 40%) of any settlement or award.
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