Dear Mike, I am writing to formally express my sincere appreciation and strong commendation for Tony's exceptional work in connection with my recent matter. From the outset, he demonstrated professionalism, diligence, and responsiveness that far exceeded my expectations. Legal matters can often be stressful and complex, yet Tony handled every aspect of my case with clarity, organization, and a calm confidence that immediately inspired trust. What stood out most was his attention to detail and proactive communication. I was consistently kept informed, my questions were answered promptly and thoroughly, and no issue--large or small--was ever treated as insignificant. It was evident that he not only understands the technical aspects of legal procedure but also appreciates the human side of client service. In addition, Tony displayed remarkable commitment and follow-through. Deadlines were met without exception, documentation was precise and well-prepared, and interactions were always respectful, professional, and solution-oriented. The quality of work reflected both competence and genuine care. AND,,,he got tough when it was called for. We had a few instances where the other side did "questionable" things and Tony "got with them" (if you know what I mean). Please know that Tony represents your firm at the highest level. Professionals like Tony significantly enhance your firm's reputation and client confidence. Because of this experience, I would not hesitate to recommend your firm to others. Thank you for employing individuals of such caliber. I hope this letter is placed in his personnel file as a reflection of the outstanding service provided. With appreciation, Andrew Irwin Melton read more

Top notch prestigious White Shoe Professional Attorney Michael Borrelli of Garden City. Michael Borrelli consultation with opinion of law on employment law is clear and concise. Michael Borrelli takes his time with the client, is personable, fully explains to you the legal process. Additionally, staff greets you from the beginning to the end. Highly recommended Borrelli & Associates. 5 stars read more

I needed help to get out of charges. The cops told me if I blame it on on someone else, they will release me. So I did, and then the cops still arrested me! And then the cops even told my friend that I blamed it all on him! The police were so unprofessional! And I was having a bipolar meltdown and the police intimidated me into confessing to national crimes, which I didn't even know about. The police are so corrupt, but borlelli is going to sue them, and make sure I don't get a record. read more

I cannot recommend Borrelli & Associates highly enough. After being terminated unjustly and in having a serious and health situation that left me feeling hopeless, Alex didn't just take my case--they took up the fight for justice for wrongful termination and discrimination of a disability. From our first meeting, it was clear that he was very knowledgeable and compassionate and relentless. Alex navigated a somewhat complex, high-stakes situation to a successful WIN. He knew the opposition, overturning roadblocks and definitely advocated for my rights. When the opposing side tried to stall, Alex pushed back in order for me to receive justice. Thanks to his dedication and effort, we secured a victory that I questioned and felt truly sad about. He genuinely cared about me as a person, not just a case number. If you need a champion who will fight for what is right, look no further. read more

My husband was referred to B&A through the NYC's Bar Association's Lawyers Referral Service for a labor-related issue. Unfortunately, our experience during the initial phone consultation was very disappointing. The assigned attorney dismissed two significant concerns that other 2 lawyers have identified as a breach of Employment contract /non-compliance employment terms. When my husband offered to provide documentation for clarity, the lawyer said that reviewing the materials would require a $3,000 retainer, from which hours would be deducted even before deciding whether to take the case. He was more concerned about fees than reviewing the details of the case. Not sure whether the attorney lacked experience in labor law or simply didn't take the time to consider the facts . Either way, we left the consultation without serious guidance or confidence in the firm's ability to represent clients. Another firm reviewed the case with much greater Professional care and legal analysis. read more

Everything was fine up until the consultation. The lady on the phone did not seem interested or concerned about my needs. She spoke in a condescending manner and proved to me that my business is not valuable to the law firm. After explaining my very valid case, she gave me a 50/50 answer with no clear indication of what she thinks. Afterwards I got a letter thanking me for the consultation and they addressed me as a Ms. when I clearly am a Mr. Things like this are red flags from a law firm so for those reasons I would not recommend this business. read more

Update: After my initial review, I reached out to the firm directly to address the unprofessional and disrespectful experience I had at their request. I made it clear that the behavior I encountered was unacceptable and that I hoped they would take steps to prevent such experiences for future clients. Unfortunately, their response did not reflect true accountability or integrity, which is why I am leaving my review in place. Transparency matters, and I want others to be aware before considering this firm. I had a very unsettling consultation. The woman I spoke with was not only dismissive but also abruptly escalated her tone to a disturbing aggressive level, creating an uncomfortable and hostile consultation and it was completely inappropriate. I had to address her behavior in order to move the conversation forward. This experience was unprofessional and frankly appalling. I definately would not recommend this service based on how I was treated and their unfortunate lack of accountability. Hopefully they will work offering clients safe and positive interactions! read more

Gave them a $10,000 deposit, was charged an extra $14,000 and counting for "services" rendered and I say that lightly, but they stopped representation. My original attorney left the firm and I was eve notified until I asked for an update. I'm still no closer to going back to my job. I Should've read the Google reviews before I hired them. Now I'm taking them to mediation. I Refuse to pay you another dime. You guys didn't do anything but charge for conversations, a few emails to the other party and a retracted case. For $5,000 my new attorney has filed an article 78 and done more work than your firm has. My review is based on facts. The amount of money you charged is ludicrous. Maybe you should check other reviews that make similar claims. You call me dishonest? Ten thousand dollars is alot of money for someone not working. Begging? Don't flatter yourself. read more

Did a consult. Asked them not to call me during work hours which they repeatedly did. During the consult said i may not have much of a case and maybe i should move on. Then they cold called me for business and sent me a letter that unless i acted i might lose my right to contest. Not very pleased with the brief experience. read more

Alex is an excellent lawyer. He was conscientious, experienced , knowledgeable, and genuinely cares about helping other people. If you are looking for a lawyer that will listen and fight for what you deserve, Alex and his firm are the ones you need to hire. read more

Andrew Weiss ESQ is a phenomenal lawyer. He handled my matter with care and made me feel heard. He was available around the clock for any needs and questions I had. He was extremely detail oriented, timely, and professional. I would recommend him to anyone in need of a lawyer. His office is like Olive Garden - when you're here, you're family read more

Mr. Borrelli and his team were more than I had hoped for. I definitely recommend him and his team to deal with your employment issues. He deserved every dime of his fee. read more

Worse than useless. After you pay them your case will be relegated to the staff gopher and even responses from them will be rare. You will pay thousands of dollars for zero effort by this firm. All they want us your retainer. Look elsewhere. Even for attorneys their ethics are poor. read more

From our first conversation I felt very good about the case that I had. He was very open and explained to me all of my options throughout the process. The other party was extremely unprofessional and hard to deal with but that didn't stop Michael from doing his best and getting me the compensation, I deserved. I would recommend him to anyone! read more

Terrible would be too kind! First off, borelli himself called me whenever there was money due but otherwise was never available. Secondly, once my case was lost they wouldn't even take my calls. These people give lawyers an even worse reputation if that's possible read more

There aren't enough words in the English Language to express how grateful I am to have had Borrelli and Associates P.L.L.C represent me on my employment matter. This was my first time needing an employment attorney. In this particular instance, I needed an employment attorney to follow up on a very difficult matter that warranted an extremely experienced firm that handled employment law. Mr. Michael Borrello, who is the Managing Attorney/Member of the firm, assisted me on my case. He responded to each and every question I had and always gave me step by step updates on his communication with the other party. Although very difficult (lot of emotions from other side). Mr. Borrelli was able to settle the case in less than 90 days. I would highly recommend anyone who is seeking assistance with their employment matter to not hesitate on retaining the services of Borrelli and Associates PLLC. I would also like to add that all the employees at the firm that interacted with via phone and e mail were very generous, respectful, and helpful. I really appreciate your help. Thank you again for your assistance, Mr. Borrelli! read more

very good choice I made to hire this law firm to help me, throughout my case this law firm has been very responsive and very fast @ reaching a settlement. very tentative and always had fast response to any questions I had. I'm in California and you would think it would take a longer response time since they are located on the east coast but that was not the case no matter the time difference I was always helped and responded to in a fast and professional matter. thank you again and if future needs arise I will not hesitate to contact your firm. very satisfied with the outcome of my case thank you so much you are appreciated! read more

They will take your retainer for sure AVOID any legal consultation with the company. I contacted B&A P.L.L.C., regarding the situation I experienced in the company I work for. Promptly scheduled the meeting to see if my discrimination at work, humiliation at wok place, diminishing and discrediting my intelligence based on my nationality, hostility and targeting based on my origins and threatening at work place, is something worth to report. After 2 discussion with the attorney, I was advise that there is the case and I need to put retainer in amount of $2500. I decided to proceed with retainer, because of fear for my work. After i paid retainer, I did not hear back from attorney for 2 months. Finally I reach out back and they said, I was assigned with another attorney and they were working on my case. I received from new attorney a bill in approximately $400 for the letter they sent to my employer. After two weeks, attorney contacted me and said that if I want to proceed I need to pay additional $10,000.00 for the legal fees to sue the company. At that time I realized that B&A P.L.L.C. was misled me whole case and at that point did not have money to continue and I lost close to $3000.00. The worst part in all of that, I find out that my 5 other coworkers made a settlement through other attorney offices and they did not pay a dime out of pocket upfront. The whole game of B&A P.L.L.C., with my case, was to collect close to $3,000.00 and tell me I need to pay additional $10K. I was left without money and legal protection and uncertainty for my future. Try to find credible and honest attorneys. Stay away from Borrelli & Associates P.L.L.C. Thank you read more

The lawyer I consulted with in the mid-town Manhattan office was very unprofessional. He was biased against anyone who was even slightly to the right of Marx. Suffered from an extreme case of daddy issues and TDS so much so that it was clouding his judgment and job performance. Word from the wise: Keep your personal life and opinions out of your professional life. You're not really impressing anyone. read more

I had a brief consultation with a Danielle from the Long Island Office. She took some notes, and after a brief consultation, she said I had a "case". But she didn't tell me on what basis specifically I had legal standing. She then told me that the retainer fee was $2,500. They were non-negotiable on that. I didn't get a good feeling from them, so I found another attorney, Steven Mitchell Sack, who is amazing, doesn't make false promises, and is reasonably priced. read more

They certainly take your money 10,000 retainer .3 different lawyers they took my post down. Plus they strung me along for six years they said I had a strong case . All I got was a lot paperwork . . I paid 100'000 dollars .... I had to work 2 jobs so not only Lost my case I lost all my overtime after the fact never got treated right at my job after I lost my case. And at the end they called me to pick up my files they didn't even have The decency to come out face to face say bye sorry you know why I I loses I am a fool a losers . They won ...That's why put your paperwork on the floor you are on your way carry all the files couple of trips to your car . It was so miss leading after given them all my money since 2011 to 2016 . Average joe making honest living all taken away .. don't use this firm ...... read more

Don't hire a lawyer off the internet, ask a friend. These clowns are interested in one thing, how much money they can suck out of you. Yes they have an impressive office cause they got it from your dime. They put no effect in my case, I could have done better myself. When it came time to fight for me they dropped my case! Yes I said they dropped my case! Ask a friend if they know a good lawyer!!! read more

Why do they will waste your time, make promises, never keep them and just leave you hanging for days?

The firm supposedly has good reputation but I had pretty bad experience. First consultation was pretty abrasive and quote for retainer given based on very preliminary information. Not to mention 1 hour delay to our appointment. I asked for a second consultation with Pooja to see if we can resolve our differences after her being impatient with me the first time around. Once I arrived, she was 45 minutes late and when I asked to change attorneys I was first advised it's a possibility but then received a follow up call saying the firm won't help me. Just not that professional. read more

The best thanks for every guys great job you guys beeen so helpful for my family to get justice for what we choose 100! Customer saty

I have nothing but glowing things to say about the law firm of Borrelli & Associates. From the receptionists to the paralegals to the lawyers themselves, they are a class act. The lawyer who handled my case, Caitlin Duffy, was professional, affable, and very knowledgeable. Of special note is how she made me feel like she actually cared about the outcome of the case and didn't treat me like just another litigant. She was honest with me about expectations from day one, kept in phone and email contact with me, and fought for me when it seemed like an impasse had been reached. The qualities the firm possesses cannot be purchased with money and has to come from within. They know one of the fundamental secrets to having a successful business, which is to keep the customer, in this case, client, happy. I've already referred one person to their firm and will continue to refer anyone I know who is in need of legal counsel. read more

My name is Jakwan Rivers. I was a long time NYC employee of the NYCHA and a Union official of Teamsters local 237 representing city employees. As I opposed the treatment of the members by city and union officials, I decided that in order to change the way business was done, was to run for president of the union and affect change and as a result, I became a target of both interties for retaliation. After exhausting all internal lawful interties and exorcising all internal rights to protect myself against all opposing parties and retaliation from NYC and Union officials, I was left with no other alternative but to seek out specialized attorneys who totally understood the general makeup of city and union policies. My case was extremely unique which required a law firm that also specializes in retaliation including 1st and 14th amendment rights which many law firms lack all combined specialties. After months of consideration, research and investigating, all roads led to Borrelli and associates P.L.L.c. After consultation, I was pleased and excited that the associates of Borrelli totally understood my situation and immediately devised a plan of action. As a union official/city employee, I've had the privilege of working with many attorneys from all walks of law and I must say, their focus, commitment and professionalism was above and beyond what was expected. Borrelli Team kept me informed, Updated and I was totally involved in the entire process as part of the team. The Borrelli Team vigorously addressed the issues at hand and represented my case superbly. AIthough we was unsuccessful in achieving our goal, there's nothing that wasn't addressed or unrepresented in my opinion. I would like to personally thank Mike Borrelli and the Borrelli team for a job well done. Best Regards, read more

Very highly recommend this firm and all its colleagues. They are professional, knowledgeable, reliable, strong and thorough. They were intent on following through my case to a favorable outcome. They were accessible every step of the process. Thank you again. read more

Very strange and unprofessional firm. Replied to my case on Legal.com. Called me after I emailed them THREE TIMES not to call but instead to contact me via email. I called THEM a few times, told the receptionist to tell this Jean/Jane (depends on when you ask who the person is) person not to call but to email. Not two hours later she calls AGAIN. Interestingly, the "receptionist" claimed they did not have voicemail. A few hours later, I called and - surprise! - they have voicemail. Needless to say I did not even get to consultation stage as I told them in my VM not to bother as I refused to deal with such unprofessional, disorganized people. It appears the negative reviews elsewhere are accurate. read more

Retaining Borrelli to assist me with a recent matter was a smart decision. My attorney, Danielle Meitus, was knowledgable, attentive and responsive. She patiently explained technical matters to me and made sure all my questions were answered. I appreciate her hard work on my behalf, and her willingness to tap the firm's senior partners when needed. On top of that, invoices were clear and fair, and helped me thoroughly understand the work being done. I would definitely work with this firm again. read more

Borrelli &Associates. I Anthony Ingle want to reach out to you about this company and explain how helpful Anelia s Gonzalez office manager was in helping me with a labor case I had with them they were very helpful in explaining how they were going to proceed with my case, they constantly kept in contact with me about this incident and what steps they were taking, they were a joy to work with thank you for all your help. Anthony Ingle. read more

Highly recommended firm, took the time to review the case and inform me of the possible outcomes.

I had a very positive experience dealing with the law offices of Borrelli & Associates. I love how well the staff treats you. They were diligent and experienced and made sure I got exactly what I deserve! read more

Borelli and associates offered me afree consultation years ago on a matter concerning the NYC DOE, and I had been completely misled from the beginning. They had no clue how to properly advise me and I had to shell out $100 for a 2nd consultation. When I was finally ready, the 3rd consultation was $250 and the rude paraprofessional questioned what I was told by Leon, a former lawyer at the practice. I was advised to search for another lawyer and I did. I went to Pardalis and Nohavikca in Astoria, far superior and knowledgeable lawyers when dealing with problems with the NYC Department of Ed. They took my updated situation and steered me in the right direction for free, meanwhile I probably would have ended up paying 250 just to hear the same thing! Moving forward, I am dropping borelli and associates as per advice from friends, family, and my own gut. They do not care, and I never even got to meet borelli! I met a star lawyer in Nohavicka, that's for sure. I knew I couldn't trust B and A, and I was right. read more

I started to see a consular . You should get lawyer Michael borrelli is his friend too much money. Kept on giving me a different lawyer 's. Alex Coleman keep me in loop for money I lost my cases because I didn't put a grievance with union . you couldn't do that he was the president of my unit...not only that the boss is in the union and cahoots with all union members it was impossible for any help not the counselor he just made money also and the lawyers . I now work two jobs and pay off a loan for five years so I know I was right.When I went To pick Up my files on my case they didn't even come out to see Me. They left it with the secretary at the front desk I guess if they were going to see me they would be charging me also . the Paralegal to collect the money if you didn't have it pretty nasty ..they were so nice when you pay after the 2 the higher court they wanted bring it up higher . Why the hold time they know . Short and sweet read more

I must agree with the other comments. Borelli and Associates is a completely useless firm. I was fired from my job on Broadway due to union activity. I was harassed by the employer, sent my W2 after April 15, was denied overtime pay, received a death threat which is on file with the FBI and was arrested for calling in my availability as an at-will employee. Borelli lead me on for months, then suddenly dropped me. It was a horrible and degrading experience and I was victimized twice. Borelli and Associates are indeed clowns with an impressive office that want nothing more to suck money from you, and then leave you hanging. Shameful! read more

Excellent firm. Friendly and competent attorneys. I highly recommend them and send my friends often.

CAVEAT EMPTOR "buyer beware"!!! Undoubtedly the worst experience I have ever had. Don't be tricked as like I was. I was lead to believe that they would they would handle my case from beginning to end for a retainer fee Of $2,500 with a 34% of what we can win. But in the print of the somewhere in the retainer agreement , it states to send a letter and negotiate only. Once they were contacted by opposing counsel Saul Zabell within one week of hiring Borrelli, they told me Zabell doesn't negotiate and they were unwilling to see this case through.I didn't understand and only then did they point out the retainer was to send a ITS letter and negotiate.If I wanted to proceed I would have to pay $10,000 additional to file a claim with the State and Federal governments.Stay clear away from this firm, they are deceitful by omission.Go to Saul Zabell for a good attorney. Remember BUYER BEWARE !!!! read more

Do Not! Do Not use this law firm if you are an NYC employee. I read a bad review on Avvo after hiring this firm and they sabotaged my case by with holding my evidence and refusing my numerous requests to present it ( They said they knew best as the attorneys). I contacted the previous reviewer who said they had also sabotaged his case only to find out we both worked for the same city agency and he was taking them to court. When I did my consultation it was with Coleman whom I thought would handle my case, but after receiving my money they gave my case to a new attorney named Russell Platzik in their office who is an ex-in house staff attorney for the agency I hired them to represent me against. You would think his knowledge of his and my former employer would be invaluable, but he refused to present my evidence to them, even though he said he had an identical case with similar evidence when he worked for them which settled immediately. Needless to say I lost every hearing and investigation. Once I fired this firm, hired another, made it known that I had evidence and filed my case in court, hearing decisions against me got reversed. There is a very small clause at the end of their contract, next to the clause saying you agree to go to arbitration if you have a dispute with this firm that must have been added within the past two years ( since the last negative review was written). This clause prohibits you from going public if you disagree with a major part of their contract after seeing how they perform their services. If you publicize it you automatically lose in arbitration (this is a sneaky way to stop people from posting negative reviews, so their ratings look great!!! I too will file a complaint with the NY Bar Assoc. and the ethics review committee. read more