Unprofessional and misleading.He is more concerned with his image than with actually representing…read morehis clients. He talks a big game at first, then delivers nothing.Failed to review critical documents, rushed me into signing , and pressured me to settle for his own convenience. Constantly took phone calls during meetings, wasted my time, and showed no respect for client privacy. The place is crawling with mouse so wash your hands when you leave.

terrible. doesn't communicate well with client.. gets overwhelmed if you give him to much…read moreinformation about your problem.. will promise you the best but really give minimum.. will not use all the information you give him.. if you decide you hire him read his retainer before you sign it.. also will not supply a breakdown of the money you pay him.. example i hired him paid him $7000 for retainer as my attorney, but only made things worse and when case was over even after requesting a breakdown only supplied $4500 of use but never answered for the rest..be careful hiring the man.. service quality value terrible.

Barry is the BEST Adoption Attorney around. From our first meeting he explained everything to me in…read moreterms I could easily understand. Barry was not only extremely knowledgeable, but he was sensitive to the fact that the proceedings were likely to be traumatic. Barry was also very quick to respond to any questions or concerns I had outside of our regular meetings. If you need an Attorney who is very proficient in the law, then Barry is a great choice!

Where do we begin?! Being a foster/adoptive parent has its ups and downs for sure. As joyful as it…read morecan be, it can also be extremely trying. In 2016 we were in a situation that we found ourselves needing counsel. We called someone we've used in the past who we trusted, but when she heard the specifics of our case, she admitted she wasn't the attorney for us. She whole heartedly recommended Barry Freidman, who we now affectionately call our "Barry-cuda"! If you need the job done right, if you need your phone calls returned, if you want to be treated like your case is his most important, reach out to Barry. Our case was extremely complicated and he always made us feel that it was all under control, because it was! He's an expert! Good luck to you...but you won't need it if you hire Barry!

So happy I hired her! I got exactly the results I was looking for. She was organized, attentive and…read moreunderstood the complexities of my case. Highly recommend.

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A year ago, I approached Mr. Cillis regarding a child emancipation case. I understood it was an…read moreunusual case and I made it clear to him that I was not interested in chasing unicorns: if there wasn't strong legal support for the case, I had no interest in chasing this case and certainly wasn't looking to invest a ton of time and 6-figures in fees. I shared this perspective in person and reiterated it via email indicating to him I was not interested in tall stories or wild promises but sought integrity and guidance that would help me avoid chasing an impossible case. He assured me that this was a $5k-7,500 case and that we had a great chance of winning. As it turned out, this took a year out of my life and $17,000 of wasted money. There was zero legal standing at all for my position and the case, something that was clearly hinted to him in the first ex-parte meeting with the magistrate. But, it turns out Mr. Cillis withheld this information from me until the final court date almost 8 months later. I can only assume he did this to keep the money coming in as it certainly isn't appropriate legal behavior. Unfortunately, I found Mr. Cillis to not be honorable, forthright, nor acting in my best interest and I could only advise people to seek alternative counsel. A lesson I learned here is to make sure to put in writing what is being agreed to and exactly what you seek from the attorney. Get the attorney to sign off on that to protect yourself. I would even suggest recording your meetings with the attorney. Any attorney who balks at that is probably not forthright and honest.

From the owner: Many people feel powerless when dealing with legal issues as no two situations are alike. Cillis…read moreLaw aims to change that by providing personalized legal services in Poughkeepsie, New York and the surrounding areas. Prior to founding Cillis Law in 2019, Anthony C. Cillis, Esq. was the senior associate at one of the Hudson Valley's largest law firms. If you find yourself in trouble with the law, or need help navigating the complexities of divorce and family law, trust the experience of Cillis Law for all your legal needs. Schedule your free consultation today and never fight alone.

If you find yourself facing the worst time of your life -- mediation has failed, and the courts are…read moreyour last resort -- there is only one person I would trust in Dutchess County to fight for your cause, hold you up through the process, and help you reach the best possible outcome. The courts are deeply flawed, and I would strongly urge anyone to exhaust every alternative before pursuing legal action. But if you have no other choice, there is no one I would recommend more than Lisa Ellen Hartley. My case involved both custody and property -- among the hardest, most painful things a person can face. The sacrifices required were enormous. And yet, within a system that is imperfect and often brutal, Lisa gave me something I didn't expect: reassurance, and a way to see a new life ahead - and now I am living it. She helped me find clarity and hope even in the darkest moments. And she helped me to move forward and on with my life - a much better life than I had during and even before my marriage. My work with her exponentially expanded my life in ways I could not imagine at the start. Lisa is a true warrior for her clients. She combines tenacity with genuine care -- a rare combination that makes all the difference when the stakes could not be higher. If you are in Dutchess County and you absolutely must go to court, there is no one better.

From the owner: At Lisa E. Hartley, P.C., advocating for their clients comes first. The firm works with clients in…read moreDutchess County, NY, and surrounding areas to help them resolve their divorce, child custody, spousal support, or other family law issue. With over two decades of experience, the firm is committed to safeguarding its clients' best interests. Get in touch to book an initial phone consultation. The firm offers weekend appointments for convenience upon request.