I worked on my mother's estate with Bousquet Holstein's attorney Emilee and her paralegal Peg…read more They were able to open the estate and have me named executor. However, from that point onward, there were problems with responsiveness to questions and the accuracy of the legal guidance provided. Emilee was very slow to respond to emails and was almost unreachable by phone without an appointment. She seldom provided timely answers to questions, and as a result, most of my interactions were with Peg. Unfortunately, Peg's advice was unreliable. Repeatedly, I found myself, as the client, in the position of having to research legal issues on my own and correct the erroneous advice of Peg, whom I was paying $275 per hour to work on the estate. To say this state of affairs was disappointing would be a dramatic understatement. Peg once prepared for my signature a letter to a financial institution that would have resulted in the distribution of my mother's assets in a manner wildly inconsistent with what we were trying to achieve, if I had not caught and corrected her error myself. Another time, she completed a tax form so inaccurately that many lines were incorrect by double digit percentages. Had I not recognized and corrected those errors as well, I can only imagine what the consequences may have been. Finally, I asked to work with a paralegal other than Peg, and an attorney other than Emilee, who is apparently leaving the firm. In response, I was told by David, a managing partner at Bousquet Holstein, that the firm was terminating its representation entirely. No explanation was given. All phone calls went unreturned. I am now in the position of having to work on my mother's estate with another firm, whose employees will need to be brought up to date at the cost of great time and expense. I have worked with several law firms over the years, and I can say without reservation that Bousquet Holstein is the worst of them. It is hard to imagine a more unpleasant, and less productive experience. The contempt with which I have been treated, as not only a client of the firm, but a son who recently lost his mother, is truly shocking.

Let's just say, the two associates I dealt with at this firm were very nice and friendly. I felt…read morerushed in my first encounter due to time which led me overlook a few issues I wanted to explain. I felt the information that I was given, I already knew, which would of saved me money at $445/hr. If they didnt have time to investigate, I would of happliy did some looking up myself due to how important this issue was if i knew what section of law to start. Mostly it was how the person reading things interpret information. I felt in the end that my issue wasn't important enough, and was no further ahead when I called. Disappointed, because the issue remains unresolved.

I guess they're too busy to call me back. I called them regarding the need for some Medicaid…read moreinformation regarding my spouse who is afflicted with Dementia/Alzheimer's Disease. Also needed some information on potentially establishing a trust but again, no return call. My spouse and I are going through the hardest times of our lives right now and we cannot even get a return call.

i recently did a Medicaid Estate Trust with Anthony Copani…read morelaw firm. Anthony Copani and Laurie Werbeck did an outstanding job. extremely competent, knowledgeable and friendly. i would highly recommend this firm to anyone doing a Medicaid Estate Trust planning package.

I have used Jeff DeFrancisco's services and I highly recommend him. He is very knowledgeable,…read morepersonable and has a very professional group of employees working with him.

They only take the easy cases with a big payout possibility. Forget get that you have a legitimate…read morecase. Your rights have been blatantly violated and your health and life are laying in the balance..follow the money and it has to be that big money that you hear about on tv...those million dollar settlements??? Yeah right.

in the last week…read more David represented me in my family court cases and my experience with David Zuhker was excellent. He was very professional, knowledgeable and was able to get everything I asked for in coury. His staff is very friendly and very helpful anytime I needed information or advice. His integrity is second to none and even when so was wrong he was honest and upfront with me. He is not just a great attorney but a great person too. Thanks David and staff for all your help! Highly Recommended A+++++ Service

Excellent service!! Phone calls and emails were always answered promptly. David worked hard and…read moreresolved my case quickly. He returned my texts and calls promptly and cared about my needs. I'm very pleased with the outcome. I cannot say thank you enough!! Would highly recommend!!

Experienced lawyers, but the firm is still small enough to still give your case personal attention.read more

From the owner: Melvin & Melvin, PLLC, was founded in 1921 by brothers Myron and Crandall Melvin. The Melvin…read moreBrothers were leaders in the local legal and financial community. Since its founding, Melvin & Melvin, PLLC, has grown to become one of the leading law firms in Upstate New York. Our diverse practice represents individuals and businesses from across Upstate New York, the United States, and the world with all of their legal needs. With eighteen attorneys, we are able to handle complex legal needs while maintaining a personal touch that is lost in many of today's larger firms. Our attorneys work together to provide each client with the full spectrum of legal services it requires.