Reviews

I sought out Attorney Shapack after requiring legal assistance for a claim against a negligent housing entity. Especially given the case was my first experience with the legal process, I was very concerned about making the right choice. My first meeting with Attorney Shapack quelled those fears: She took copious notes, asked several questions, and was notably very patient and detail-oriented with regards to understanding my case and how to best approach it. Attorney Shapack was very professional, accessible when I had questions, and provided constant updates as the case developed. Ultimately, a very favorable outcome was reached and I attribute this entirely to Attorney Shapack's skill and knowledge of the legal system. If I do require such services in the future, I will know where to turn.

I hired Ms. Shapack to represent me in a medical injury claim. It was an unusual circumstance and throughout the consultation and representation she not only captured every detail, but I felt as though she was always listening. Her strategy was on par with the situation and the resolution surpassed my expectations. I am certain I would not have found favor in this case without the assistance of Ms. Shapack. She is truly an expert in her field and is maniacal in her attention to detail. I highly recommend Ms. Shapack and her firm - in fact, I've consulted with her again on an entirely separate financial issue. Sincerest thanks for your guidance and counsel!

Claire did a fantastic job representing my wife and I in a dispute with our landlords. She was extremely competent and professional, and did a great job staying on top of everything. Our issue wound up being resolved much the way I had anticipated, with no time spent in court and we were compensated fairly. I would recommend Claire to anyone seeking excellent representation.

I found myself manipulated into an unbelievable tenant situation. Due to her knowledge and tenacity, Claire had my issues resolved in a surprisingly short period of time without additional expense and inconvenience. I know others who, on opposing sides, are very unhappy because they lost to Claire. She has an excellent, proven reputation and I highly recommend her.

I left a message for Claire Shapack nearly a month ago regarding a landlord/tentant issue where our landlord was trying to charge us termination fees that we didn't agree with. I just received a call back from her today and almost forgot who she was since it had been so long that I found her website and left a voicemail for her initially. I asked her why it took so long to call me back and she said I left my message for her right before she left town. To me that is not acceptable in the modern world. Especially when you require somewhat immediate legal counsel. Even if you are leaving town at least have someone check your voicemails. I then briefly explained the situation to her and she said that in order to talk any more I'd need to bring in all correspondence evidence and that she would charge a $150 consultation fee. She said this rudely and and in a manner that led me to believe she would not care about helping us at all... she said a lot of people just use her for consultations and then move on without her that's why the fee is so high. Due to the extremely long time for a return call and then the attitude I was given during the call I would never recommend even trying to use this attorney. She made me feel like I was simply bothering her and that she didn't have time for a petty case such as mine. NO THANK YOU Claire Shapack. It's a shame too because we have money and were willing to pay even more than what the landlord was trying to get from us just to prove we were right. She was rude...late to call....and just plain not what anyone needs in someone representing them.. Find a lawyer that you feel is on your side and that will return calls promptly. The Shapack Firm is not what you need if you want to feel reassured and cared about.

Selecting Ms. Shapack to represent me was one of the best decisions I could have involving a tenant/landord legal situation. Ms. Shapack was very knowledgeable, thorough, honest and direct in counseling me through a very difficult tenant/landlord dispute. If needed again in the future, I would retain her to represent my interests.

The issue that my husband & I brought to Ms. Shapack was difficult and convoluted, however Ms. Shapack was patient and very professional. Ms. Shapack never failed to impress and always did exactly what she told us. Hopefully, we will not require her services again! I highly recommend Ms. Shapack and her office. For the record, Ms. Shapack settled the dispute in our favor.

On December 22, 2009, I paid Claire Shapack $150 for a so-called consultation. I went to her office seeking reepresentation in a Landlord/Tenant court dispute. Shapack did not listen to me with an attorney's analytical ear, but her mediator's ear. Shapack also admitted that she has never represented a client in a jury trial in her ten years of practice. She did not tell me that when I asked her to recommend a "SHARK" attorney. Apparently, Shapack's professional mileau is limited to the bargaining table, not the coutroom.