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31 Jan, 2025 by Damien patsakos
What an absolute CROOK. Borelli & Associates lied to me numerous times. They played bait and switch, took months to file a notice of claim that should have only taken weeks, were hardly reachable with piss poor customer service, and so petty that they actually sent me an invoice for $8.95 for postage fees after they charged me almost $6,000.00 for a notice of claim against the City of New York, applying a state law that the city is exempt from. If they were competant attorneys, they would have known that and told me from the start, instead of wasting my time and money while stringing me along. Do yourself a favor and hire a real attorney, not these shoe makers!
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01 Oct, 2024 by Filmaciones montez nueva york
Second time I comment we have a compensation case we won 2014 more than 500 thousand dollars and they are collecting that is what they tell us all the time I call and they always say they will return the call our first lawyer was Willi and Secme will they call me after this sorry if it is the only way to get your attention or close the case and that's it
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23 Feb, 2024 by Solidad nwakibu
Had a very rude and snappy front staff during my first intro call.....look elsewhere because this firm won't care for you.
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20 Aug, 2024 by Sherma woods
Wade took my case in 2012 to best honest I didn’t have the money to pay him . He made a payment plan which help .. He was there when I was to get my stamp in my passport for work purposes.., he was there for my 2 court dates he was there in the office for my citizenship interview…he wil call me from time to time to make sure to make I was ok ..
He change my address to his office which was great because I had moved hes an excellent lawyer I got my monies worth … and my case was a deportation case THANK YOU WADE
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10 Nov, 2020 by Esther estime
This my friend has being with wade since 1992
He still doesn’t have his paper he needs to lose his practicing license. Very rude to non-speaking clients. Never in his office. Change your personal address to his own office or home. Don’t give you receipt for your application. Personally I believe cause my friend is black. So I’m putting a petition on wade Johnson for abusing his position to gain whatever.
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24 Sep, 2020 by Mariana castro sanson
I was so confused about my legal status. Wade help me to get through all the paper work and answer my questions. My case was stuck for so many years and finally I got my work permit and my green card is on the way. Very professional attorney and don’t give me fake expectations. I just fallow all the steps. I highly recommend Wade.
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10 Sep, 2019 by Derek
The $3,200.00 balance of my unused trust/retainer fee was not returned. At my request she formally withdrew her representation of me in December of 2018. She never returned my owed balance. She said the check was in the mail, that was 9 months ago now.
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09 Mar, 2015 by Devorah
I contacted Eurydice Kelley almost a year after I had already retained another attorney, who was pressuring me to settle my divorce action, because she did not want to take my case to trial, due to the complexity of the issues. Things were stalled and going nowhere. I had already spoken to several other attorneys, who declined representation as soon as they learned of the complex issues involved. One of those firms highly recommended Eurydice Kelley.
Eurydice agreed to meet with me in person for a consultation. She listened to my whole story and was extremely patient with me. She took notes and asked me a lot of questions to help her better understand my unique situation. Eurydice agreed to take my case. She also agreed that I should not settle for an amount that would not allow me to be self-sufficient, and we proceeded to trial.
Eurydice knows the law and is a formidable adversary. She communicates effectively. She is smart, thoughtful, and tenacious. Unlike my previous attorney, Eurydice is always well prepared before each court appearance, and makes certain that I am also prepared. She answers all my questions patiently and responds quickly to my emails. Eurydice is a talented and passionate attorney. I know Eurydice will make sure that once my divorce is final, I will be self-supporting. With Eurydice as my advocate, I feel less anxious about my future because she truly cares about what happens to me and my children.
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19 Feb, 2015 by Anonymous
During my divorce, Eurydice helped me to navigate the court system to get what I deserved. I needed someone to stick up for me and my rights and Eurydice did that for me with compassion and efficiency.
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23 Jan, 2025 by Romano reid
Ari Mor has an impeccable record of winning 🏆 cases involving landlord tenant issues. This is definitely an attorney whose moral compass exceeds expectations. I’d personally recommend Ari to any and everyone
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12 Dec, 2024 by Sahid jun
Absolutely do not use andrew park pc services AT ALL! yes you see them on billboard advertisements, however I believe this firm is selfish for only the money and doesn’t care for minor car accident cases. Also Juliana Serrat, the negotiations rep is obnoxiously inconsiderate. Trust, lawyer up with a different firm you have a greater success with another firm thank you.
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22 Nov, 2024 by Theone
Reviews say that they have a lot of staff but I have experienced a lot of lack of communication. I call lots of times & get no answer, I leave voicemails & no one calls back. I email them & no one replies. How are you supposed to communicate anything about your case, questions or concerns if no contacts you back!
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15 May, 2022 by Elisa c.
Howard Felcher, Esq. came highly recommended and he did not disappoint. It was a pleasure working with him and his staff. I sought legal representation for my divorce after an unusual situation in which I had to switch attorneys. Howard did an outstanding job reviewing, researching, and basically saving my case after missteps by my previous attorney. We were on the verge of going to trial but through his dedication, attention to detail, persistence, and critical thinking we avoided trial and had a favorable outcome. Divorces are always emotional and he was very calming considering everything and this was due to his availability, regular updates, and overall genuine warmheartedness.
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29 Mar, 2022 by Anonymous
Awful lawyer. Handled my divorce and made a mess. Cost me lots of money and settled case just to be sure he was paid. Never made sure I was protected and never offered me competent counsel. Disgraceful. I only hope Karma bites him back one day.
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04 Oct, 2019 by Steve
I was recommended to Howard by my Accountant. And after interviewing 3 additional lawyers I chose Howard without hesitation. On my first call to his office I left a message and within 30 minutes he returned my phone call. This kind of personal attention continued throughout my divorce. More then just a great legal mind he possesses great common sense (a truly rare commodity these days) At all times he made sure to never let my divorce become personal. All decisions were made objectively, Always with my best interest at the center of those decisions. He was more then fair with me on his timed billed and did not (as we say) nickel and dime me. In conclusion if you have to ever face a life changing event such as divorce Howard is the man you want to face it with
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19 Aug, 2024 by Eve
Made decisions that were not right for us. Did not listen to our needs. Full of attitude and hostility, seemed to have no moral base. It was an awful experience to work with Naomi Schanfield.
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11 Nov, 2016 by Jodi
Unfortunately, my divorce was extremely high conflict. I wanted to settle, but my ex did not, and he hired a very sneaky, contentious, fight-to-the-death attorney. I wanted an attorney would would take the high ground. Naomi was everything I wanted and more: she is calm, articulate, has excellent judgement, and -unlike other attorneys I have known- always took the time to explain everything to me in detail and answer all my questions --and always returned my phone calls! Naomi was supportive, understanding, and very present (not multi-tasking all the time the way other lawyers seem to do). I worked closely with Naomi for 2.5 years and, in spite of my ex's need for vengeance, she managed to help me get a settlement result I am very happy with. I cannot speak highly enough of Naomi; She is an absolute star, both personally and professionally.
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19 Aug, 2020 by Anonymous
After "representing" me for three months, he announced that there may be a problem with the filed jurisdiction, and indeed there was. I had to hire another attorney from another state. He neglected to tell me the financial tidbit that I could not change an IRA beneficiary after the divorce action had been filed.
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13 Mar, 2014 by Anonymous
Mr. Horgan was referred by a friend and it was the best referral I could have gotten! My divorce was handled in a timely manner and he made a bad situation a little easier to handle.
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12 Jun, 2012 by Anonymous
This attorney spent basically no time or effort in forming a defense on my behalf. There was no verbal communication other than the introductory call.
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10 Jun, 2017 by Anonymous
Horrible-expensive and completely ineffectual. She left so many loose ends open, I had to hire another attorney to deal with those issues. I would have been better off with Legal Zoom as my sep agreement was no more than boiler-plate. Use someone else!!!
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22 Feb, 2021 by Anonymous
Hiring Mr. Wolff to represent me (based on a couple of recommendations from people I trusted) was the worst mistake of my divorce process and probably one of the worst decisions I have ever made. He repeatedly offered advice on financial and tax matters that were delivered with confidence but turned out to be wrong. If he really negotiated on my behalf, he must be the worst negotiator I have ever met. I often felt my ex's attorney was easier to deal with than he was. He was disrespectful towards me, often clicking away on his phone during our meetings. The worst part, he tried steamroll me into a poorly negotiated settlement which I thought was wrong and could not afford. When I tried to object, he turned against me, berated me, and then abandoned me only a few days before a court date. Words cannot fully describe how awful it feels when your own lawyer turns against you in what is already a very tough process. I would not recommend.
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02 May, 2013 by Daniel
on september 30 .2011 i terminated legal services from storobin&spodeck group which they accepted and was confirmed VIA email. on october 4, 2011 Lidia Dorota Sykisz the day of my custody trial comes in with a custody agreement which i clearly told her i was not interested in, to make matters Lidia Dorota Sykisz was not even supposed to represent me because i fired the law firm . she pressured me with bad advice and had Me sign the agreement. since 2011 i have not seen or heard from my children nor am i able to appeal my case because of this attorney betrayal.
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28 Dec, 2017 by Anonymous
I retained Stephanie after I was served divorce papers. The worst child custody/ divorce lawyer I’ve seen and experienced. Missed court dates/showed up two hours late my case was thrown out and had to file new petitions because of her negligence. Was forced to pay $1,100 a month in child support and I wasn’t working. Worst experience! Wouldn’t recommend her to anyone . Was forced to retain new counsel, who did a very good job
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What a Child Custody Lawyer Can Do for You
A child custody lawyer specializes in helping parents navigate legal matters related to the custody and care of their children, particularly in the context of divorce, separation, or other family disputes. These lawyers assist with determining custody arrangements, drafting parenting plans, and advocating for your rights in court. They also help resolve disputes over physical custody (where the child lives), legal custody (who makes decisions for the child), visitation rights, and modifications to existing custody orders.
Whether you're going through a divorce or need to change an existing custody arrangement, a child custody lawyer can help you understand your rights and protect your child's best interests throughout the legal process.
When Should I Hire a Child Custody Lawyer?
You should consider hiring a child custody lawyer in several situations, especially when disputes arise or complex legal issues affect your parental rights. Some common reasons to hire a child custody lawyer include:
- Divorce or separation: If you're going through a divorce or separation and need to establish custody and visitation arrangements, a lawyer can help ensure the custody order reflects your child's best interests.
- Disputed custody cases: If you and the other parent cannot agree on custody or visitation terms, a lawyer can advocate for your rights in court and help you develop a strong case.
- Modification of custody orders: If you need to change an existing custody arrangement due to changes in circumstances (e.g., relocation, changes in the child’s needs), a lawyer can help file a modification request.
- Parental alienation: If the other parent is interfering with your relationship with your child, a lawyer can help address these issues through legal action.
- Domestic violence or abuse: If there is a history of domestic violence or abuse, a lawyer can help protect you and your child by requesting restraining orders and advocating for appropriate custody arrangements.
- Grandparent or third-party custody: If you are a grandparent or another relative seeking custody or visitation rights, a lawyer can guide you through the legal process.
- Paternity disputes: In cases where paternity is in question, a lawyer can assist with establishing or challenging paternity, which may affect custody and visitation rights.
Hiring a lawyer early in the process can help protect your parental rights and ensure that the custody arrangement is in your child's best interests.
What Does a Child Custody Lawyer Do?
A child custody lawyer provides a variety of legal services to help parents resolve custody disputes and secure favorable custody arrangements for their children. Their responsibilities often include:
- Filing custody petitions: Helping you file the necessary paperwork to request custody or visitation rights and ensuring all legal procedures are followed.
- Negotiating custody agreements: Assisting in negotiating custody and visitation arrangements, often working toward a mutually beneficial parenting plan without going to court.
- Representing you in court: If you and the other parent cannot agree on custody terms, representing you in court by presenting evidence and making legal arguments to support your case.
- Drafting parenting plans: Helping you draft a comprehensive parenting plan that outlines the schedule for physical custody, decision-making responsibilities, and visitation.
- Handling child support issues: Assisting with related issues such as child support, ensuring that financial obligations are properly calculated and enforced.
- Modifying custody orders: Helping you request a modification from the court if you need to change an existing custody arrangement due to significant life changes.
- Mediating custody disputes: Acting as a mediator to help both parents reach an agreement on custody and visitation without the need for litigation.
How Are Child Custody Lawyers Paid?
Child custody lawyers typically charge for their services based on the complexity of the case, the time involved, and the nature of the legal work. Common payment methods include:
- Hourly rate: Most child custody lawyers charge by the hour, with rates ranging from $150 to $500 or more, depending on the lawyer's experience and location. The total cost depends on the time spent preparing documents, negotiating, and representing you in court.
- Flat fee: For simple custody matters or uncontested custody agreements, some lawyers may offer a flat fee for specific services, such as drafting a parenting plan or filing a custody petition.
- Retainer: Many lawyers require an upfront retainer fee, which is billed against as the lawyer works on your case. The amount varies based on the expected complexity and duration of the case.
- Sliding scale or pro bono services: Some lawyers may offer reduced fees or pro bono (free) services for clients with limited financial means, particularly in cases involving domestic violence or other serious issues.
It’s important to discuss fees and payment arrangements with your lawyer during the initial consultation to understand how much you will be charged and what services are included.
How Much Does a Child Custody Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a child custody lawyer depends on various factors, including the complexity of the case, whether it’s contested or uncontested, and the lawyer’s experience. General cost estimates include:
- Uncontested custody cases: Legal fees may range from $1,500 to $5,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the paperwork and any negotiations.
- Contested custody cases: Legal fees can range from $5,000 to $40,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the issues, the need for expert testimony, and the time spent in litigation.
- Hourly rates: Lawyers typically charge between $150 and $500 per hour, with higher rates for more experienced attorneys or complex custody disputes.
- Mediation services: If both parents agree to work through mediation, costs typically range from $1,000 to $5,000 or more for the mediation process.
Always ask for a clear cost estimate during your consultation to ensure that you understand the total legal fees and payment structure.
Top Questions to Ask a Child Custody Lawyer
Before hiring a child custody lawyer, it’s essential to ask the right questions to ensure they are the best fit for your case. Some key questions to ask include:
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What experience do you have with child custody cases?
Ensure the lawyer has experience handling cases similar to yours, especially if your case involves complex issues like domestic violence, relocation, or paternity disputes. -
How do you charge for your services?
Clarify whether the lawyer charges by the hour, offers flat fees for certain services, or requires a retainer, and ask for an estimate of the total cost. -
What is the likelihood of success in my case?
Ask for an honest assessment of your case, including potential challenges and expected outcomes. -
How long will the process take?
Inquire about the expected timeline from filing the petition to reaching an agreement or going to trial. -
Will you personally handle my case?
Ensure you know who will be managing your case and representing you in court. -
Can we pursue mediation or alternative dispute resolution?
Ask whether the lawyer recommends mediation or other forms of dispute resolution to avoid a lengthy court battle.
How to Check the Credibility of a Child Custody Lawyer
To ensure you are hiring a reputable child custody lawyer, follow these steps to verify their credentials and experience:
- Verify their bar status: Check with your state bar association to confirm that the lawyer is licensed to practice and has no history of disciplinary actions.
- Look for family law experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in family law and child custody cases.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for client reviews on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to gauge the lawyer’s professionalism and success in child custody matters.
- Ask for references: A credible lawyer should be able to provide references from past clients who have worked with them on custody cases.
- Check for certifications: Look for lawyers who are board-certified in family law or have memberships in organizations like the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) or local family law sections.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To get the most out of your first consultation with a child custody lawyer, come prepared with relevant documents and information:
- Court orders or existing custody agreements: Bring copies of any existing custody or visitation orders for the lawyer to review.
- Communication with the other parent: Provide copies of emails, texts, or letters regarding custody, visitation, or disputes.
- List of your child’s needs: Prepare a list of your child’s specific needs, such as medical care, education, and extracurricular activities.
- Timeline of the case: Outline key events related to your custody case, including changes in living situations or parental involvement.
- Questions for the lawyer: Write down any questions about the custody process, legal fees, and the lawyer’s strategy for your case.
By being well-prepared, you can help the lawyer assess your situation effectively and receive the best possible advice for protecting your rights and your child’s well-being.
