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14 Sep, 2023 by Justin
Can’t say enough positive things about Christian and his team. Excellent client service and valuable insight when I needed a legal review. High quality counsel and recommend to anyone who needs legal assistance.
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10 Jun, 2022 by Karen corsini
Best attorney around. Honest. Smart. Kind
I have continued to refer friends to Mr. Killoran. All feedback has been excellent! Cheers to you Mr. Killoran!
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28 Sep, 2021 by Abbas chagani
Legal Geniuses :-)
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06 Mar, 2023 by Julie pomroy
Very helpful and informational!
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17 Nov, 2020 by Bridget kelly
02 Oct, 2020 by Daniel obrien
Kelly and Hume is a very professional experienced law office in Westhampton Beach.
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01 Apr, 2024 by Max
Hugh was nothing but helpful, professional, and effective. At every step he went the extra mile in explaining to me how the process worked and how best to navigate it. After receiving a traffic ticket Hugh helped me prepare for trial in a way that ultimately resulted in no points on my license and actually a reduction in my insurance. He was honest, straightforward, extremely responsive and good-humored throughout the whole process. He put me at ease, told me how it was all probably going to go and he was right. I could not recommend someone more highly.
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30 Aug, 2022 by Ralph
We first worked with Hugh on a pretty simple matter. I was impressed by his professionalism and the attention he provided to us. A couple of years later we had a much more involved situation and Hugh far exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend him without hesitation.
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04 Jan, 2019 by James
HMM went above and beyond what a "typical" lawyer does. He goes the extra mile but not charge an extra finger or toe. Fees are reasonable. Response time is great. Compassionate for my cause. Smart and knows more than common "book knowledge." Has deep roots in the area with great resources and contacts to call on. A must recommend.
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06 Mar, 2023 by Julie pomroy
Very helpful and informational!
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17 Nov, 2020 by Bridget kelly
02 Oct, 2020 by Daniel obrien
Kelly and Hume is a very professional experienced law office in Westhampton Beach.
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06 Dec, 2023 by Bay gardens
Will not let you down
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16 May, 2022 by Digmeli1
The best lawyer.
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30 Jan, 2021 by Gary juliano (gary jay)
Great lawyer definitely recommend
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27 Sep, 2015 by Natalia
He was working on my divorce 3 years ago. He really does everything to lessen stress and go smooth with proceeding.
This attorney follows laws. Others attorneys just go after your money . Kevin Gilvary is honest.
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22 Mar, 2015 by Peggy
I would recommend Kevin Gilvary to anyone who needs an attorney. He is efficient, reliable, trustworthy and extremely knowledgeable. He meets every expectation and I would be happy to tell people about him.
I first approached him in the waiting room of the family court. He took the time to speak with me and listen to my concerns. Other lawyers might have just given me their card and walked away. Mr. Gilvary was considerate and respectful. His calm, patient and self-assured manner makes him a pleasure to work with.
My sense in working with Kevin was that he provides a balanced, straightforward, and intelligent approach that focuses on protecting and advancing your interests, while at the same time reducing the financial and emotional chaos of family court. Should I need family law counsel again, I will immediately contact Kevin Gilvary for further help.
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03 Mar, 2015 by Doug and meaghan
We used Kevin in my divorce from my ex-wife. We highly recommend him. We had a bitter battle with children and child support. We got the best outcome we could get for the circumstances we dealt with. Kevin is fair and knows what he is doing. He is very diligent and steadfast. He will fight for your best interest as well as your children. He's a law guardian he knows the ins and out of the of the family court system. Overall he educated well and know his profession. I would recommend him.
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17 Jan, 2018 by Anonymous
We (my ex and I) retained Mr. Wagner in December 2016 to file our divorce paperwork. We signed our paperwork to be filed with the court in March 2017. We were told by him it would take 3-6 months to be finalized. When September 2017 came around we started calling to get an update on our filing. He has yet to return any calls or e-mails since. So unprofessional. So we are left to wonder if our paperwork was even filed? I WOULD NOT recommend Mr. Wagner.
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